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Recent Examples of bijou
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Following is the Wunderkammer room, focused on the maison’s bijou wonders.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2022
The street is lined with markets, bakeries, and bijou food shops with rotisserie chickens twirling in the window.
—Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2022
In addition to the Christie’s auction, Hubert de Givenchy’s style has inspired a tribute across town, at the Galerie Kugel, a bijou of an antiques gallery on the Left Bank.
—Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 13 June 2022
The bijou is at home now, on the couch or bed, streaming in ultrahigh definition.
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2021
Treat yourself with a bijou boutique cruise and set sail in some of the world’s most stunning locations.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2021
Noun
In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Following is the Wunderkammer room, focused on the maison’s bijou wonders.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2022
The street is lined with markets, bakeries, and bijou food shops with rotisserie chickens twirling in the window.
—Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2022
In addition to the Christie’s auction, Hubert de Givenchy’s style has inspired a tribute across town, at the Galerie Kugel, a bijou of an antiques gallery on the Left Bank.
—Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 13 June 2022
The bijou is at home now, on the couch or bed, streaming in ultrahigh definition.
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2021
Treat yourself with a bijou boutique cruise and set sail in some of the world’s most stunning locations.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bijou
Adjective
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The style was elegant and practical, sans any pesky heel height.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2025
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Because while SteamOS provides that smooth, responsive, and elegant experience on Steam Deck, Bazzite currently brings it to many other devices.—
Jason Evangelho,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Located in Place Kléber, the 30-meter-high tree is decorated with seven kilometers of fairy lights and 400 baubles.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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Shelves are lined with clocks, baubles, bottles and other charming knickknacks that give off an old-world feel.—
Madalyn Mendoza,
Axios,
13 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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One is a dog, one is a daintier version of Reynolds himself, one is a Lady Deadpool, and another is emblazoned with the green colors and red dragon of the Welsh flag.—
Christian Holub,
EW.com,
29 July 2024
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This Diamond Initial Necklace from Sarah O is dainty, beautiful, sparkly, and pairs super well with other pieces.—
Victoria Montalti,
refinery29.com,
10 Jan. 2024
Noun
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Connected to the watch, but hanging outside the pocket, might have been a tassel or short metal chains to hold a watch-winding key, a seal or other trinkets.—
Smithsonian magazine,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Jan. 2025
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The braided and beaded trinkets are woven with messages of kindness, song lyrics or inside jokes among her devotees, who cluster in venue aisles and interminable merchandise lines at concerts to trade as part of their own secret society.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American-Statesman,
10 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The offering includes an overnight stay at the hotel, a $200 dining credit to indulge in Chef Cabrera’s exquisite tasting menu, and a late checkout to savor every last moment of the getaway.—
Keyla Vasconcellos,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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But the beauty and sublime expressiveness of his voice transcends language as surely as Shorter’s exquisite, constantly probing musicianship.—
George Varga,
The Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But one hidden gem remains largely overlooked by most travelers: the Corinth Canal.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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Maybe there’s a hidden Zion Williamson gem somewhere in this mess.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Taylor wore a black cropped jacket (which retails for $1,942) with a matching chain and gemstone detail skirt by AREA paired with sheer black pantyhose.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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This was the 2019 offering with its bright orange gemstones, mother-of-pearl dial, eight diamond indexes and yellow gold case and bracelet.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
11 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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On Monday, January 20, the 47-year-old Yeezy founder gave fans a rare peek into his personal life and creative process, sharing how North, his eldest of four kids with ex-wife Kim Kardashian — the exes also share Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 5 — inspired his return to the mixing board.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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The rare sighting was captured in photos and left officials stunned.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Bijou.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bijou. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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