as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
sassy kids shouting, "Out of our way, you old geezer!"
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Recent Examples of sassy
Tour is for everyone, so bring your friends, coworkers, partners, and those sassy grannies, and join me for an unforgettable night.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
Or, how about the cool, sassy and affordable Monterey Pants ($65 on balticborn.com) in an emerald-and-ivory tropical leaf print?
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
The French-Italian actress, who plays the sassy and stylish role in the popular Netflix series, has been named Pomellato’s new global ambassador, in a move that further cements her aura in the eyes of the fashion and luxury industry.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Her hair had a new do, short and sassy, instead of her shoulder-length bob.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
Or, how about the cool, sassy and affordable Monterey Pants ($65 on balticborn.com) in an emerald-and-ivory tropical leaf print?
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
The French-Italian actress, who plays the sassy and stylish role in the popular Netflix series, has been named Pomellato’s new global ambassador, in a move that further cements her aura in the eyes of the fashion and luxury industry.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Her hair had a new do, short and sassy, instead of her shoulder-length bob.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sassy
Adjective
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Considering Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson and T.J. Watt are all in line for new deals soon, getting something done with Hutchinson sooner rather than later would be wise.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Which is wiser: Spending money on more firefighting resources after wildfires break out and absorbing the extraordinary cost of damages, or investing in technologies and training to prevent wildfires from happening in the first place?—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Dachshunds are notoriously determined and vocal, often pushing boundaries and asserting their will in surprisingly bold ways for their size.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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From the postwar period to present, perhaps no nation of carmakers has made bolder strides or wielded greater influence on manufacturers and consumers alike than Japan.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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After five years off the platform, a saucy political thriller is making a surprise comeback to Netflix.—
Tahar Rajab,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and saucy, about 4 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But his side gigs haven’t been without some cheeky grafting.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
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And, the leg is cut in a way that’s not going to be too cheeky on the backside.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Savor fresh seafood and waterfront views at area restaurants, enjoy craft beer at local breweries, and shop locally at The District, a colorful collection of shops and restaurants.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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What to expect: Impeccably fresh seafood, flown in daily and displayed on ice like edible sculpture.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Disco introduced significant use of synthesizers, electronic pianos and orchestral instruments, such as brassy horns and silky strings, and often featured repetitive lyrics.—
Alice George,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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The brand recommends working it into your wash routine as needed to target brassy strands, and leaving it in for approximately one to three minutes before rinsing to experience the full effects.—
Victoria Moorhouse,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Stringing episodes together, screenwriter Anderson (working from a story co-created by Roman Coppola) treats Korda as a cocky survivor of fabulous riches.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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He’s joined by elder statesman Randall (Steve Carell), idealistic AI expert Jeff (Ramy Youssef) and the richest of them all: Ven (Cory Michael Smith), a clear Elon Musk analogue who rules over his social media empire with a cocky bravado.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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One chord appears to speak to the other, sounding almost impudent in their simplicity, equal parts ecstatic and heartbreakingly melancholic.—
Sam Davies,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2025
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In short, Moscow sees Montenegro as both strategically valuable and an impudent upstart that has thumbed its nose at the Russian bear while genuflecting before NATO and Washington.—
Edward P. Joseph,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Dec. 2016
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