: characterized by or showing artistry or artistic talent
The artsy Paloma Picasso chatted up husband Rafael Lopez Sanchez, the Argentine playwright.—
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: showily or pretentiously artistic : arty, artsy-fartsy
For a month, all Edinburgh is a stage, life is a cabaret, and people like me feel comfortable spouting artsy clichés while bingeing on three or four or five performances a day. —Bob Sipchen
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Her boyfriend is the artsy type.
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Whether shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts in Georgetown, exploring Berea's artsy winter wonderland, or sipping a warm bourbon cocktail in Bardstown, the Bluegrass State promises a holiday experience filled with cheer, tradition, and unforgettable memories.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
That Greater Orlando — with its diverse population, artsy tendencies and quirky mix of old-school traditions and constantly evolving trends — marches to its own beat.
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Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
That Greater Orlando — with its diverse population, artsy tendencies and quirky mix of old-school traditions and constantly evolving trends — marches to its own beat.
—Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
Set against a backdrop of swaying palms, this 35-suite hotel lies just 20 minutes from the coast, providing a relaxed contrast to Cabo’s sprawling resorts and the artsy hotels of Todos Santos.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
For the artsy friend: Cosanti Originals bronze windbell Arizona artists have been using the same technique to craft these beautiful bells for more than 65 years.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Artsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artsy. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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