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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
a splashy new restaurant that's currently the in place to go
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2
as in flashy
attractively eye-catching in style
a splashy ad for the new brand of blue jeans
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3
as in loud
excessively showy
a splashy outfit that was definitely out of place in church
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Recent Examples of splashy
The footage also featured glimpses at Glinda and Fiyero’s splashy wedding, those terrifying flying monkeys, as well as the iconic shot of Dorothy, the Tin Man, Scarecrow and Cowardly Lion arriving in Oz and presenting themselves in front of the wonderful wizard.
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
This gave him latitude to pursue splashy infrastructure projects and make big investments in public safety.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
With his splashy signature color palette, Almodovár brings a taste of the telenovela into the Western genre as his story flits between Silva and Jake’s past and present.
—Sezin Devi Keohler, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
But that wasn’t the part that led to splashy headlines.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
This gave him latitude to pursue splashy infrastructure projects and make big investments in public safety.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
With his splashy signature color palette, Almodovár brings a taste of the telenovela into the Western genre as his story flits between Silva and Jake’s past and present.
—Sezin Devi Keohler, EW.com, 29 Mar. 2025
But that wasn’t the part that led to splashy headlines.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
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Based on the study’s results, Tucker’s team believes that survivors of severe trauma may see noticeable changes in their biological systems’ baseline levels.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
10 Apr. 2025
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Moment Mom Realizes What 11-Year-Old Daughter Had Been Doing With Scissors By Jack Beresford Senior Life and Trends Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 A mom was shocked to discover that her 11-year-old daughter had made some noticeable modifications to her school uniform.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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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
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In a nutshell, this Mango crossbody is trendy without being loud: a balance that will serve you well, especially when paired with a maxi skirt, white sneakers, and a transitional-weather cashmere sweater almost as soft as the item itself.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The sigh of relief heard on Wall Street was almost as loud on Capitol Hill, where GOP lawmakers let out a collective exhale.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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Among them was the explanation that Wuhan – the Chinese city where the virus first began spreading – is home to a prominent virology lab.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Greer served as chief of staff to then-trade representative Robert Lighthizer during the first Trump administration, giving him a front row seat and a prominent role in negotiations with China on tariffs and an eventual trade agreement.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
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This hat offers a throwback ‘90s look while keeping you stylish and protected.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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The film, directed by music video god Mark Romanek, is characteristically stylish — shot on a 35mm Kodak film stock that gives its sci-fi a naturalistic, dreamily vintage feel.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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Our emissions are simply too loud, too noisy, and too difficult to remove.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 Apr. 2025
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The resulting truck was so noisy it couldn’t be sold in several states, including California, Florida, and Maryland.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2025
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McIlroy got the job done in a dramatic playoff over Justin Rose after a topsy-turvy final round that featured plenty of ups and downs.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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But don't focus directly on the radiant — some of the most dramatic meteors often appear farther away, streaking across the surrounding sky.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Also, the uniform requirement — Hoka or ON sneakers, Lululemon tank, pants or leggings, or a snazzy blazer — is a bit much.—
Zach Przystup,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Mar. 2025
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The primary suite comes complete with two closets, along with a luxe bath containing dual vanities, a snazzy soaking tub, and a glassy shower.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Splashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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