as in attire
dressy clothing
the guests arrived at the wedding in all their finery
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Recent Examples of finery
Admire the Queen Anne and Italianate architecture, including original staircases, fireplace mantles and woodwork, and see these homes bedecked in their best holiday finery.
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Rasputin Todd, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025
Every inch will immerse you in holiday finery that, come Christmas, elevates an already charming store.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
Of all the first-class finery recovered from the Titanic, one piece now reigns supreme.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2025
The lot of us, dressed in our finery, descend upon the event, bidding a quick hello to Ronson and earning some stares from the upstate locals, confused by our presence—and matching outfits.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
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Rasputin Todd, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025
Every inch will immerse you in holiday finery that, come Christmas, elevates an already charming store.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
Of all the first-class finery recovered from the Titanic, one piece now reigns supreme.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2025
The lot of us, dressed in our finery, descend upon the event, bidding a quick hello to Ronson and earning some stares from the upstate locals, confused by our presence—and matching outfits.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for finery
Noun
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Among the accessories Queen Camilla added to her attire, the queen consort added a black statement hat with a deep green feather.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The festival gave guests 21 and older — who were encouraged to wear winter attire in blues and whites — an opportunity to visit a tarot card reader, play nostalgic carnival games, sip craft beer, snack on gourmet bites, browse a build-your-own flower bar and participate in a live auction.—
Point Loma-Ob Monthly,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For, as of early summer 2026, the British Pullman welcomes Celia; an extraordinary new private dining and events carriage imagined and designed by visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann and Oscar-winning costume and production designer, Catherine Martin.—
Connor Sturges,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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The acclaimed Australian filmmaker has teamed up with Oscar-winning costume and production designer Catherine Martin to create a dazzling new private dining and events carriage for the British Pullman.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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Not only in the stands that hold 80,000 people, but also on the grounds and walkways, too—every tunnel, ingress point, and food stand had a line, with mostly Italian insignia on view, though there was tons of American regalia too.—
Nick Remsen,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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Former Texas shortstop David Hamilton returned to UFCU Disch-Falk Field wearing Red Sox regalia.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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None of the 95 rooms at this palatial property, which first opened in the 1860s, is the same, and the decor is an eccentric mishmash that combines every era since then, from Victorian fripperies to sinuously streamlined Art Nouveau.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
28 July 2025
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In tonight’s episode, Aurora has more to worry about than mere frippery.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
30 June 2025
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But nothing compared to Vietnam when showcasing Black bravery, strength, and even political expression in the war zones of Southeast Asia.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Feb. 2026
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In the sub-zero temperatures of winter, everyday Minnesotans have showed the nation their bravery, empathy and decency in the face of rogue agents masquerading as law enforcement officers.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Some people were wearing football apparel kept to themselves.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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And while there wont be any stars, the league carefully and deliberately included pop cultural references from the child’s room at the center of the video, including action figures of Spider Man, Black Panther, and Optimum Prime, not to mention some genuine NFL apparel, courtesy of Fanatics.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Finery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finery. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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