How to Use flair in a Sentence

flair

noun
  • This look is smooth and sleek on top but gets a bit of messy bun flair in the back.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2024
  • The sharp, vibrant cars that make up the mural add flair to the car wash.
    Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press, 7 Jan. 2024
  • The wide heel keeps you grounded and the gold buckle adds a flair of something shiny.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 27 Nov. 2023
  • They were styled with Y2K flair, but that can be changed with the right accessories.
    Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Both pieces have a bit of flair, with the crop top featuring ruffles at the hem and sleeves and the pants with edgy side slits.
    Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2023
  • The Swiss dots sprinkled throughout give it a charming flair that's sure to turn heads.
    Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Pair 'em up with your favorite high-tops to add '80s flair to a plain white sneaker.
    Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, 14 July 2023
  • White feathers around the wrists and ankles of Biles' fit added some extra flair.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2024
  • Gruesome displays of pink mist are part of a game’s visual flair.
    WIRED, 20 Sep. 2023
  • She was joined by her husband Jay-Z, who added his own flair to the all-white dress code with a cream bucket hat.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 July 2023
  • Snag them in a simple black, or show off your flair for style in jungle green or a stunning beige.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2024
  • This creator’s fashion sense is a blend of eclectic and trendy with a vintage flair.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 22 June 2023
  • To that end, the goal for the wedding was to infuse everything with a distinctly French flair.
    Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2023
  • These adorable, kid-size sunglasses have a round shape that will add a retro flair to all their summer looks.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2023
  • These are uniquely made with fresh roasted jalapeños for the crowd that craves a balanced, roasted, spicy flair.
    Charlotte Observer, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Add a bit more flair to the arrangement by scattering pom-poms around them.
    Country Living Staff, Country Living, 23 June 2023
  • After all, who said your protective gear can't have a stylish flair?
    Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2023
  • The midi-length style has a slit and tie-waist tie that add a little flair, and the draftiness isn’t something a pair of chic knee-high boots couldn’t fix.
    Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 6 Jan. 2024
  • There are no frills or flairs here—just a cozy, speedy meal that feels nourishing thanks to plenty of kale and veggies and a can of beans.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 5 Jan. 2024
  • These bubble candles, for instance, would add a pop of fun flair to a living space.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 19 Dec. 2023
  • His flair for writing will spur wider interest in the subject.
    Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2023
  • Case in point: This outsized bow tie that will add a touch of vintage flair to any evening ensemble.
    Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2023
  • And those just have a little bit subtler flavor and maybe more of like a Japanese flair.
    Michael Calore, WIRED, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Fresh rosemary pulsed into the crust and baked with the grapes adds all-around, aromatic flair to each swoon-worthy slice.
    Joy Cho, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Dress it up with boots or heels for a fancy flair, or keep it casual with sneakers or mules.
    Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2023
  • The sheer neckline and hem add a modern flair to this classic silhouette.
    Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2023
  • First, a three-minute, 3-point shooting circuit, designed to create shots off V-cuts, flair screens and kick outs from the corner.
    Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2024
  • It’s served with flair and a price to match: $108 for crispy duck, Mandarin crepes and julienned veggies and fruits, with spicy and sweet sauces, presented on a rolling cart.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Read more France's new ambassador to the U.S. puts his flair on party diplomacy.
    USA TODAY, 30 May 2023
  • Top it with pumpkin seeds for a little more seasonal flair.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2023

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