as in charm
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the ability to behave in a correct and confident way in different situations
I admire her sophistication and savoir faire. He handled the problem with his usual savoir faire.
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Recent Examples of savoir faire
The personalized presentation of the liquid, and the experiences surrounding it, are an apt celebration of Martell’s 309 years and counting of tradition, heritage, and savoir faire.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2024
When the world’s top luxury brands pour their savoir faire into Advent calendars, the results are—predictably—the height of luxury.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024
London is also, unsurprisingly, a wonderful place to source nightwear given the sartorial savoir faire of Savile Row and Jermyn Street.
—Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024
Equestrian events on the grounds of Versailles! — and undeniable savoir faire, may just have helped save the Olympics.
—Bryan Walsh, Vox, 9 Aug. 2024
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2024
When the world’s top luxury brands pour their savoir faire into Advent calendars, the results are—predictably—the height of luxury.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024
London is also, unsurprisingly, a wonderful place to source nightwear given the sartorial savoir faire of Savile Row and Jermyn Street.
—Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024
Equestrian events on the grounds of Versailles! — and undeniable savoir faire, may just have helped save the Olympics.
—Bryan Walsh, Vox, 9 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savoir faire
Noun
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Among the charms selected by Tyla, each holds a significant meaning.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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The standout pieces are the charms, each symbolizing significant moments in her life.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For various examples and further detailed indications about the nature and use of AI sensitivities prompting, see my coverage at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Listerine Clinical Solutions Sensitive Teeth Get tooth sensitivity relief with Listerine Clinical Solutions Sensitive Teeth Mouthwash.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Foster a Climate That Is Inclusive, Not Exclusive There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
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Great gallantry April 5th is known as Go for Broke Day.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Glide, double jump, wall run, and zipline across landscapes with all the grace of a Jedi in Respawn's Star Wars games.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Embrace the clarity and freedom that come with breaking through these limiting beliefs. March 2025 Five of Swords: Conflicts may arise this month, Scorpio, testing your ability to navigate power dynamics with grace and a level of unbotheredness that most don’t expect from you.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Minding your manners will make the trip better for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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United were purposeful and tenacious from the start and cruised to an early lead courtesy of a splendid solo goal from Bizet in the sixth minute.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Nintendo revealed a lot of information about the Switch 2, courtesy of yesterday's Nintendo Direct stream.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Savoir faire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savoir%20faire. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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