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Adjective
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Bridges is in a steady rhythm, putting up gaudy offensive numbers despite being one of the main focal points in the opposing team’s scouting report, given the Hornets’ sheer number of injuries.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Mar. 2025 -
While wearing gaudy lime green T-shirts, neon ties sprouting shamrocks with Gaelic sayings, or singing catchy, sentimental tunes, many people also enjoy an Americanized version of the Celtic culture for a day, whether Irish or not.—
Maureen Murphy,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Its fingerprint-resistant finish and seamless construction offer a clean, almost architectural presence—no clunky plastic, no garish branding, just elegant utility.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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The word has become an epithet for garish, reckless growth — but to fix the housing crisis, the country needs more of it.—
Conor Dougherty,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The party scenes are tawdry, with flappers frenetically jiggling, their underwear peeking out and soused guests making spectacles of themselves.—
Danielle Teller,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Yet perverting that good news story into some tawdry political gain cheapens SpaceX, NASA, and Wilmore and Williams.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Marvel Studios/Disney+ Ars Technica: The city is very much a character, not just a showy backdrop.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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Although there are more types of marigolds to explore, most common marigolds fall into one of three categories: African or Mexican marigolds are large plants that produce big, showy blooms that are often used in bouquets.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Transparent — these see-through beauts with wrap-up ankle straps are in a league of their own, saying a lot without ever appearing too flashy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
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Amid the classic, flashy film and television premieres this week at SXSW, the festival also offered a forum for burgeoning creators to showcase their work in the Independent TV Pilot Program.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Smoke favors a dapper gray three-piece suit and flat cap, while Stack, gold tooth caps glittering in his mouth, is more ostentatious in his burgundy fedora with matching tie and pocket square.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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By taking up a quarter of the space in her car with her ostentatious hat.—
Kinsey Jasnoch,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These meretricious narratives play well throughout the Global South.—
Michael Miklaucic,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2025
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These meretricious narratives play well throughout the Global South.—
Michael Miklaucic,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Add carrot mixture to stand mixer bowl; beat on low speed until a soft, tacky dough forms, about 2 minutes.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
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This looks, feels, is tacky and just as good as the expensive brand.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Kitschy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kitschy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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