1
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
It’s centered on a town called Midland City, where the car dealer Dwayne Hoover (played by Willis) is a local celebrity, thanks to his high-energy performances in splashy TV commercials for his dealership.
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2025
Vince Carter, 2000 The eventual eight-time All-Star and Hall of Famer had perhaps the greatest single run in Dunk Contest history 25 years ago, submitting an array of splashy flushes en route to his victory.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
But his splashiest attempts so far have involved politically motivated cuts that don’t amount to much, may not stick because of legal challenges, or both.
—Jacob Sullum, Orange County Register, 13 Feb. 2025
Arrow alum Stephen Amell is due back on screens later this month to lead a splashy Suits spinoff series.
—EW.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2025
Vince Carter, 2000 The eventual eight-time All-Star and Hall of Famer had perhaps the greatest single run in Dunk Contest history 25 years ago, submitting an array of splashy flushes en route to his victory.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
But his splashiest attempts so far have involved politically motivated cuts that don’t amount to much, may not stick because of legal challenges, or both.
—Jacob Sullum, Orange County Register, 13 Feb. 2025
Arrow alum Stephen Amell is due back on screens later this month to lead a splashy Suits spinoff series.
—EW.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
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All of that increases the odds that the trade war will be more visible to Americans, disrupting supply chains and causing noticeable price hikes for certain items.—
Neil Irwin,
Axios,
5 Mar. 2025
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There’s a wide range of cases available, with different aspects and capabilities—including some that partly overcome the 16e’s noticeable oversight: no MagSafe.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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While its interior design is less flashy than rivals from Ferrari and Lamborghini, the aesthetic is pleasing, and outward visibility is excellent.—
Eric Stafford,
Car and Driver,
6 Jan. 2023
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If McCarthy falls shorts, that hands leverage to people are every bit as extreme as Greene, though slightly less flashy about it—Andy Biggs, Paul Gosar, and Matt Gaetz.—
Michael Tomasky,
The New Republic,
3 Jan. 2023
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In the chaos, one person stands out—not by speaking the loudest, but by knowing when to listen, when to intervene and when to lead with clarity and conviction.—
Kiran Mann,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Portola overcame a loud home crowd and spirit band, a taller opponent and foul trouble to collect a wire-to-wire 57-49 victory in a Division II second round game at El Capitan High.—
Dan Albano,
Orange County Register,
7 Mar. 2025
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Other prominent craftspeople have received an impressive amount of noms without a win.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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Zelensky arrived at the White House wearing a black sweater with two buttons that featured the Ukrainian trident—a prominent element of the nation's flag and a symbol of power and authority—in addition to black cargo pants and boots.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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To fix a noisy box spring, add sturdy material, such as thick cardboard or a thin piece of plywood in between the box spring and mattress.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2025
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Despite being a man down, Ruben Amorim’s side were relatively comfortable in the second half as a noisy Old Trafford crowd enjoyed a win that increased the gap between the two teams to 16 points.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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That was a dramatic increase from the $32 million in sponsorship money the federation earned the year before.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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What Happens Next The dramatic turn of events could have far-reaching consequences in Europe and beyond.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Teens and tweens get their own snazzy club lounges (called Vibe for teens and Edge for tweens), and babysitting is available in a nursery for babies and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years, for a fee.—
Fran Golden,
AFAR Media,
28 Jan. 2025
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Another adorable moment happened with Craig's son, who was dressed in a snazzy suit for the occasion.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Splashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashy. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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