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adjective

Definition of brummagemnext
as in swank

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noun

as in simulation

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  1. swank
  2. simulation
  3. showy
  4. synthetic
  5. kitsch
  6. copy
  7. kitschy
  8. swindle
Adjective
  • Whether dynastic or dysfunctional, the Lakers remained the NBA’s swankiest soiree.
    — Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Glee‘s Jayma Mays returned seven seasons later as the only worthwhile woman Ted meets at a swanky hot spot with Robin and Barney.
    — Erin Strecker, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of swank
Noun
  • The robot showed walking and body-coordination patterns that were qualitatively similar to those seen in simulation.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The hackers recruited the agent for hundreds of attacks by telling it the exercises were part of a simulation, Reuters reported, making their work up to 50% faster.
    — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of simulation
Adjective
  • The showy red, pink, or lavender blooms attract not only bees, but also hummingbirds and butterflies.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Rather, the mission of Our Rescue, which used to be known as Operation Underground Railroad, is to save individuals from human-trafficking rings, often through showy sting operations.
    — Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of showy
Noun
  • Blends Athletic socks made from blends are often part wool, part cotton and sometimes part polyester or other synthetic.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • There’s a soft lining for comfort, and the durable synthetic upper can take a beating.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of synthetic
Adjective
  • The Formica interior is from the 1960s and is wonderfully kitsch, perfect for that Insta photo.
    — Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Definition of kitsch
Noun
  • Cinema is a relatively young art form; the idea of owning a personal copy of a film is an even more recent invention.
    — Sophia Nguyen, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Organizers left a copy of the letter on the floor of the business’ entryway.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of copy
Adjective
  • When pieces feel kitschy or predictable, the room loses its emotional depth.
    — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The experience usually includes kitschy decorations, selfie opportunities, and merchandise for sale.
    — Fielding Buck, Daily News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of kitschy
Noun
  • In a case pending in federal court in Oakland, California, three Facebook users allege that the company profits from online swindles at the expense of users.
    — David Ingram, NBC news, 12 May 2026
  • Supporting characters add to the plot, as Chance needs help from his former crew, most of whom have gone straight but can’t resist the lure of the swindle.
    — Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Definition of swindle
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