variants
or pizazz
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
he doesn't have the pizzazz to be a leading man in the movies
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Recent Examples of pizzazz
Series Mania has brought some of the dynamics – and pizzazz – seen around premieres at film festivals to the TV world.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
The actress is a formidable presence while also displaying incredible showmanship and physicality in her dance routines (a bit of pre-Emilia Perez pizazz).
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 1 Mar. 2025
The loud bag added a bit of pizzazz to a neutral look without going overboard.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
These days however, an all-white or all-gray bathroom can act as an unpleasant symbol of an outdated trend, and may seem seriously lacking in pizazz.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
The actress is a formidable presence while also displaying incredible showmanship and physicality in her dance routines (a bit of pre-Emilia Perez pizazz).
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 1 Mar. 2025
The loud bag added a bit of pizzazz to a neutral look without going overboard.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
These days however, an all-white or all-gray bathroom can act as an unpleasant symbol of an outdated trend, and may seem seriously lacking in pizazz.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pizzazz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pizzazz
Noun
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The sleek all-black upper, paired with black rubber pods on the outsole, embodies the sultry and timeless appeal of a black shoe versatile enough to be worn anywhere.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Chinese appeal is critical because Apple’s China revenue shrunk in its first fiscal quarter of the year: $18.5 billion from $21 billion a year ago.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The standout pieces are the charms, each symbolizing significant moments in her life.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
8 Apr. 2025
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Among the charms selected by Tyla, each holds a significant meaning.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For the Oscars, Timothée once again skipped the traditional tux in favour of a pastel leather suit by Givenchy, while Kylie leaned into gothic glamour with a black lace take on the naked dress by Ashi Studio.—
Olivia Allen,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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Last seen en masse at the tail end of the aughts, bubble skirts once signaled preppy, moneyed glamour.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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And the public doesn’t see that charisma in his three children, including current Vice President Sara Duterte.—
Lisandro Claudio,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2025
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The endless summer, the music, the community gatherings at the beach or in the streets and the carefree atmosphere all add to the unmatched charisma of the Metropol.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The soft leather looks best when done up in a snake print, as far as we’re concerned, which will instantly grant your off-duty stylings more oomph.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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There’s not enough data yet to truly know how much oomph — or hits and homers — a torpedo bat may help some hitters.—
Dan Gelston,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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All of this signifies that these schools have established their standing among the most competitive in the nation, both in terms of their desirability and selectivity.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Farnan recommends shopping quartz and granite for the best balance of cost and desirability.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This expensive, insider reputation is undoubtedly part of the allure for superficial LA actress Jaclyn.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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Being leaders at heart who pave their own path, a Sagittarius may be intrigued by the allure of retro decor's bright colors and funky designs.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Apr. 2025
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This change in magnetism influences how the excitons inside the material behave.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Apr. 2025
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As written, the roles lack the kind of magnetism that would justify putting these two at the show’s center.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Pizzazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pizzazz. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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