as in talent
a special and usually inborn ability
a person with a flair for making friends quickly
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Recent Examples of flair
Adding some African flair Kwende cherishes childhood memories of visiting her grandparents in their West African village.
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Philip Freeman, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2025
The wood’s distinctive grain pattern adds flair to a kitchen too.
—Colleen Egan, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2025
Carrie Underwood is bringing some flair to the judges’ table in her return to American Idol — or, flare, actually.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
The founders of Pita Jungle are adding Mexican flair to their iconic Mediterranean cuisine at their latest concept dubbed Feta Cowboy, which opened late last year.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
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Philip Freeman, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2025
The wood’s distinctive grain pattern adds flair to a kitchen too.
—Colleen Egan, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2025
Carrie Underwood is bringing some flair to the judges’ table in her return to American Idol — or, flare, actually.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
The founders of Pita Jungle are adding Mexican flair to their iconic Mediterranean cuisine at their latest concept dubbed Feta Cowboy, which opened late last year.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flair
Noun
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And while there’s some individual talent throughout the roster, the team hasn’t won anything with this core.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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But Matt Lyons, CPS’ chief talent officer from 2015 to 2021, who oversaw similar discipline conversations with previous boards, said the decision to reinstate the cook seemed unusual.—
Nell Salzman,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Grapevine has a flurry of talent including junior catcher Gianni Corral, an uncommitted recruit who was previously committed to Texas A&M. Outfielder Zachary Goldstein, also a junior, is a scrappy speedster with a knack for getting on base.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Apr. 2025
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Hemingway is a 6-foot-3, 284-pound defensive lineman from Conway, S.C., with a knack for getting after the quarterback.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Because some teams, roles and individuals may have natural aptitudes for different setups.—
Eric Hutto,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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And that team happens to desperately need a player like Luka, with not just great basketball aptitude but with presence and personality – star power!—
Mirjam Swanson,
Orange County Register,
6 Mar. 2025
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Absent legislative action, the estate and gift tax exemption will revert to approximately $7 million per person in 2026 (down from nearly $14 million in 2025).—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Officials cannot use funds to contribute to or support nonprofit organizations, for political activities or gifts of public funds.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Flair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flair. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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