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Recent Examples of well-heeled The 500,000 square foot al fresco shopping destination is unlike any mall in the U.S. with its uber luxe mix of retailers, koi ponds, palm tree covered parking and well-heeled clientele. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 The San Francisco Peninsula that Mayor Antonio López referred to is home to Stanford University, the opulent town of Atherton and well-heeled Palo Alto. Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2024 The price point of Universal Genève watches certainly isn’t in line with LVMH’s luxury lineup, but there’s no denying this brand’s importance to both entry-level and well-heeled collectors alike. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-heeled
Adjective
  • Not all of the record 125 American immigrants on Forbes’ ranking of the world’s wealthiest people feel the same way about their president’s crackdown on immigrants.
    Matt Durot, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • Over the decade that 770 filles arrived in North America, about sixty came from such wealthy households.
    Ann Foster, JSTOR Daily, 9 July 2025
Adjective
  • Established in 1893, the thick of the Gilded Age, Montford boasts a rich tapestry of architectural styles, featuring everything from grand Victorian homes to intricate Arts and Crafts designs, many of which are now bed and breakfasts.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
  • The comparatively negligible impact of the billionaire's wedding bill on his total wealth highlights the vast and growing gap between the world's richest individuals and the average American worker.
    Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
Adjective
  • Trunk Club revolutionized personal styling for affluent men through high-touch, personalized service—customers developed relationships with individual stylists who understood their preferences.
    Jennifer J. Fondrevay, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Premium beer, high-end wines, and RTD cocktails cater to affluent, health-conscious consumers who prioritize quality over quantity.
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 30 June 2025

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“Well-heeled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-heeled. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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