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Recent Examples of flounce
Sandra Salibian, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Gambling Man Varying in size, flounce, and attitude, ribbon ties—also called gambler or Kentucky neckties—have long been a legitimate black-tie alternative.
—Tom Stubbs, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2024
Chiara Kim, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Shortly before school started, my 16-year-old came home and flounced her arms dramatically on our kitchen island.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 4 Sep. 2024
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Noun
The outcome was less froufrou compared to previous efforts that were rich in bows, ruffles, flounces and patchworks, as the more streamlined hybrids better expressed the rigor of the theme.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Gambling Man Varying in size, flounce, and attitude, ribbon ties—also called gambler or Kentucky neckties—have long been a legitimate black-tie alternative.
—Tom Stubbs, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2024
Verb
Tour this year, Moroney’s uniform has consisted of short dresses with flouncing skirts and cowboy boots.
—Chiara Kim, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Shortly before school started, my 16-year-old came home and flounced her arms dramatically on our kitchen island.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 4 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flounce
Noun
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For lawn care, start with just mowing before adding edging and landscaping.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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To add a simple yet effective border to your garden, skip the plastic edging and instead go for a more natural look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The tall Burr Johnson is often a loner in this group, gesturing and prancing, then suddenly swirling into larger-scale motion.—
Roslyn Sulcas,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Among the forest of lush green trees, cascades of water spout out from dramatic rock formations, prancing and dancing over a span nearly 500 feet wide.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Filho’s movie operates at the pace and tenor of a drama in exile, albeit one that’s fringed with B-movie fun and stalked by a pair of unscrupulous hitmen.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
18 May 2025
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Her hair was styled with long waves that cascaded down her back and fringe to frame her face.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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From bold patterns to bow adornments to ruffles and shirred detailing, Damson Madder is a go-to for unique dresses that stand out.—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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For the outing, the former first lady looked stylish in a long black dress with sheer sleeves and ruffles.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Ukrainian social media posts have included footage showing their own drones stalking and destroying Russian drones.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Bad actors can use this to follow and stalk you or steal your private information.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
Verb
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Nov. 2022
Noun
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Neighborhoods on the San Diego-Poway border were under evacuation warning due to a brush fire, sheriff’s officials said.—
Kristina Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, tens of thousands of large bugs have descended on Great Smoky Mountains National Park along the North Carolina-Tennessee border, according to the National Park Service.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
25 May 2025
Verb
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For those who favor precision, Cook’s Country follows the assumption that a garlic clove weighs 5 grams and yields 1 teaspoon when minced.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 May 2025
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Deliver At All Costs does not mince the words in its title.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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“Flounce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flounce. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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