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as in erotic
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire
he found her new dress very sexy while still being tasteful
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Recent Examples of sexy
Sporting a classic, Georgian-style exterior, the home has been revamped inside by the acclaimed designer Kelly Wearstler, who’s imbued the interiors with a sexy, high-gloss aesthetic.
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Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
Oh that silver duct tape of the high quality that only the pros use is sexier than silk.
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Padgett Powell,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
Dylan is treating Kenzie to a sexy spa-day massage on the dock.
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Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
In real life, Vanniall didn’t feel sexy, but cam-girl work changed that.
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Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sexy
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
Oh that silver duct tape of the high quality that only the pros use is sexier than silk.
—
Padgett Powell,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
Dylan is treating Kenzie to a sexy spa-day massage on the dock.
—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
In real life, Vanniall didn’t feel sexy, but cam-girl work changed that.
—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sexy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sexy
Adjective
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When using chemical methods to kill the shrub, be sure to protect desirable plants from overspray.
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Instead of looking only for escapements or technical innovation, Newman encourages appreciation of cases, dials, proportions, engraving, and overall design—the same qualities that define today’s most desirable independent watches.
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In the late 1970s, Brass entered a new phase and gained fresh notoriety with cult historical-erotic films Salon Kitty (1976) and Caligula (1979) as well as The Key (1983), a free adaptation of a novel by Tanizaki Jun’ichirō.
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But no one who delves into Duchamp can shake the feeling that erotic fixations and frustrated romantic love are at the core of his imaginative universe.
Adjective
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July 4th will be far hotter than normal for many and will follow several days in a row of intense heat.
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Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
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The Grammy Award-winning artist wore a sensual red dress from the designer’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection.
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Warm and sensual, but with a somewhat fresh, floral drydown.
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“Sexy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sexy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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