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Recent Examples of flossy
Though Eddie Murphy still hustles and puts people on, it’s become impossible to think of his street-smart Detroit cop, Axel Foley, as an outsider in America’s richest, flossiest community.
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David Denby, Vulture, 3 July 2024
The Martindale’s chain flourished in Century City, Santa Monica, the Wilshire District and in Beverly Hills, where its clientele was so flossy that the store carried Paris Match and an Arabian-horse magazine.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 14 Nov. 2023
The flossy strap was hiked up to the waist, far above her vegan leather trousers and an itty-bitty crop top, and styled with a pair of square-toe boots by Miista.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 2 May 2022
The look is from the spring 1998 collection: A rayon-viscose clingy black tank top (also in white) that comes with two flossy leather straps affixed with a modernist silver G buckle.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 10 June 2022
Yet, layering the tank under a dress with ready-to-snap flossy straps is an unorthodox trick and in Jenner’s case, a stellar addition to the otherwise barely-there ensemble.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 10 June 2022
Both body chains and flossy bikinis — a favorite of EmRata’s — were also prevalent during Miami Swim Week, where hundreds of brands convened to present the top trends in swim- and beach-wear for the season ahead.
—Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, 22 July 2021
Miami Swim Week and worn by celebs like Lady Gaga and Kylie Jenner, flossy separates are a post-quarantine must-have.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 26 July 2021
While the look was certainly bold and unforgettable on the runway, Lipa was one of the first celebrities to bring the flossy look to the street, first appearing in a string-thing in a pair of baggy jeans back in October.
—Vogue, 11 Jan. 2021
David Denby, Vulture, 3 July 2024
The Martindale’s chain flourished in Century City, Santa Monica, the Wilshire District and in Beverly Hills, where its clientele was so flossy that the store carried Paris Match and an Arabian-horse magazine.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 14 Nov. 2023
The flossy strap was hiked up to the waist, far above her vegan leather trousers and an itty-bitty crop top, and styled with a pair of square-toe boots by Miista.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 2 May 2022
The look is from the spring 1998 collection: A rayon-viscose clingy black tank top (also in white) that comes with two flossy leather straps affixed with a modernist silver G buckle.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 10 June 2022
Yet, layering the tank under a dress with ready-to-snap flossy straps is an unorthodox trick and in Jenner’s case, a stellar addition to the otherwise barely-there ensemble.
—Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 10 June 2022
Both body chains and flossy bikinis — a favorite of EmRata’s — were also prevalent during Miami Swim Week, where hundreds of brands convened to present the top trends in swim- and beach-wear for the season ahead.
—Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, 22 July 2021
Miami Swim Week and worn by celebs like Lady Gaga and Kylie Jenner, flossy separates are a post-quarantine must-have.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 26 July 2021
While the look was certainly bold and unforgettable on the runway, Lipa was one of the first celebrities to bring the flossy look to the street, first appearing in a string-thing in a pair of baggy jeans back in October.
—Vogue, 11 Jan. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flossy
Adjective
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But finding that perfect chichi pullover can be a mission.—
Kelly Corbett,
House Beautiful,
9 Dec. 2019
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Revelers from across the country and abroad were parading through Berlin on Saturday from chichi Kurfuerstendamm street in the west to the city’s landmark Brandenburg Gate.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
27 July 2019
Adjective
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Then there’s the nice house above the posh resort, where tensions are running high.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2025
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The Ce Soir is a bit more posh, though its mixture of cognac, yellow Chartreuse, Cynar and Regans’ orange bitters is no less punchy.—
Colin Wrenn,
The Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer A sleek loafer that’ll match practically any outfit is a no-brainer for spring, and this bit loafer from Sam Edelman is currently 40 percent off.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Carly Cushnie co-founded Cushnie et Ochs, and her sleek, feminine designs took over red carpets and editorials before the brand sadly shut down in 2020.—
Kedean Smith,
Essence,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For example, one of the male characters in the story named Dingley will wear two vests on top of one other, which Reynoso said was inspired by the early 2000s clothing trend when fashionable young men wore two layered Polo shirts with their collars popped up.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Whistler elongates the fashionable figures into letter openers, and life into a series of dinner invitations to be sliced open.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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From swank multi-passenger craft to utilitarian two-seaters, the light segment owes its popularity to design efficacy, a suite of safety features typically found on larger helicopters, and innate versatility.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2025
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Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey and national treasure Walton Goggins are among the stars of the third season, which takes place at a swank resort in Thailand.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Biles, 28, gave a sporty look a chic twist by wearing an oversized white Balenciaga jean jacket with black knee-high leather boots.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Head uptown for a chic dining experience by an esteemed Italian design house, indulge in a steakhouse helmed by one of the city’s most renowned chefs, or grab pizza in a lively nightlife setting.—
Rana Good,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The exterior layout is stylish and functional that features a massive sundec and a killer beach club that allows guests easy access to the water.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Golf push carts are a stylish and convenient way to tote your clubs around the course with a wide array of features and storage.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In the summers, the garden becomes a haute hub of social activity, thanks to the hotel’s superb cocktail program.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the winter, the Library bar becomes a haute hub of après-ski, pre-dinner activity.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Flossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flossy. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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