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vampy

adjective

Definition of vampy

as in seductive

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Recent Examples of vampy Zendaya paired the bold beauty transformation with a vampy half-sheer LBD. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 21 July 2026 Standouts this summer include Toteme’s minimalist sandal (a recurring bestseller), Alaïa’s padded take in a rich teal, and Gucci’s vampy red style. — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 10 July 2026 Hudson turned up the volume in a vampy red gown and Infinity stunned in a striking oxblood mermaid look from Louis Vuitton. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 22 Feb. 2026 Standouts include the vampy, campy room inspired by actress Trinidad Guevara and the sky-blue room that nods to both the national flag and the natural history painter Juan Manuel Blanes. — Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vampy

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Warrior Beowulf defeats the monster Grendel but faces an even greater challenge after encountering Grendel's seductive mother, leading to tragic consequences decades later.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Perhaps, then, what captivates us is a kind of redemption story—the seductive idea that technology can not only repair nature but absolve us for having degraded it.

— Taylor Dotson, Scientific American, 10 July 2026

Definition of seductive

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The Alta Moda closing show in Sicily saw the entertainer donning stunning, sultry custom looks for the supremely lavish celebration.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 17 July 2026
Think outfits that cleverly combine the sultry relaxation of resortwear with the maximalist slinkiness of cocktail attire.

— Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 13 July 2026

Definition of sultry

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To me, a subtle yet alluring scent is the perfect balance for an everyday fragrance.

— Olivia Dubyak, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Nizuc Resort & Spa Ever since its first hotels debuted in 1974 — instantly transforming a quiet, untouched coastline into a world-class escape — Cancun has reigned as one of Mexico’s most alluring places.

— Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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