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Recent Examples of fey
Michael Urie plays Prince Dauntless as a slightly dim, slightly fey, entirely winning sweetie.
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Christopher Bonanos, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2024
Not that there was anything fey or fanciful about Austen’s fashion sense: Davidson stresses that Austen’s wardrobe was a hardworking affair.
—Kathryn Hughes, The New York Review of Books, 9 Mar. 2023
Sharp cheekbones, Pan-like movements that were more fey than androgynous.
—Elizabeth Winder, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2023
Back at work, she is eyed by her co-workers, the wonderfully fey Shane (Griffin Matthews) and the middle-aged worrier Megan (the terrific Rosie Perez).
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2020
His business rivals include the louche Chinese gangster Dry Eye (Crazy Rich Asians’ Henry Golding) and a drab little ferret of a man called Matthew (Succession star Jeremy Strong, who delivers every line in a sort of strange, fey deadpan).
—Leah Greenblatt, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2020
But on the biographical front, the popular image of Dickinson as a fragile, fey, romantically disappointed recluse has been harder to shake.
—Jennifer Schuessler, New York Times, 30 Oct. 2019
And then there’s Brooks Ashmanskas as Ronnie Wilde: Martin’s fake boyfriend and instructor in all things fey.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 8 July 2018
To some readers, Ms Moshfegh’s premise may seem fey and slight.
—The Economist, 12 July 2018
Christopher Bonanos, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2024
Not that there was anything fey or fanciful about Austen’s fashion sense: Davidson stresses that Austen’s wardrobe was a hardworking affair.
—Kathryn Hughes, The New York Review of Books, 9 Mar. 2023
Sharp cheekbones, Pan-like movements that were more fey than androgynous.
—Elizabeth Winder, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2023
Back at work, she is eyed by her co-workers, the wonderfully fey Shane (Griffin Matthews) and the middle-aged worrier Megan (the terrific Rosie Perez).
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2020
His business rivals include the louche Chinese gangster Dry Eye (Crazy Rich Asians’ Henry Golding) and a drab little ferret of a man called Matthew (Succession star Jeremy Strong, who delivers every line in a sort of strange, fey deadpan).
—Leah Greenblatt, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2020
But on the biographical front, the popular image of Dickinson as a fragile, fey, romantically disappointed recluse has been harder to shake.
—Jennifer Schuessler, New York Times, 30 Oct. 2019
And then there’s Brooks Ashmanskas as Ronnie Wilde: Martin’s fake boyfriend and instructor in all things fey.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 8 July 2018
To some readers, Ms Moshfegh’s premise may seem fey and slight.
—The Economist, 12 July 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fey
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The counselor also told police Trotman had had a previous psychotic break in which he was found wandering the woods.Peter Hermann, Washington Post, 7 Feb. 2023
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Lewis prescribed Price anti-psychotic medication after a mental health referral Sept. 1.Thomas Saccente, Arkansas Online, 17 Jan. 2023
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The figure who eventually becomes known as Tinkerbell is biologically born male and named Timmy, an earlier victim of Peter Pan, who in this world is a demented child-napper hellbent on sending young boys to Neverland.Nick Romano, EW.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Of course, Dan Stevens is there, giving one of his most truly demented performances.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
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Here, a young fisherman washes up on a mysterious island, only to be captured by a deranged captain who is hunted by a dark hungry beast.John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Apr. 2023
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Monday’s murder of six people, including three 9-year-olds, by a deranged attacker at a Christian primary school in Nashville is another sign of mental illness unleashed.The Editorial Board, WSJ, 29 Mar. 2023
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David Montgomery has 10 total touchdowns in 10 games — an impressive feat, but downright loopy considering that backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs has nine of his own.Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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Thus, instead of having an independent voice in former Gov. Larry Hogan who could have helped block any loopy legislation by Republicans, Maryland is left with a backbencher of a minority party who will accomplish little other than to be a reliable vote for soon-to-be Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 9 Nov. 2024
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Some parents are neurotic about validating their kids’ emotions or guarding their individuality; others fixate on maximizing their career potential.Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
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In Silva’s hands, CeCe is clever and witty, neurotic and full of longing, both wise and naive.Patricia Karounos, refinery29.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Shadow Strays Year: 2024 Runtime: 2h 25m Director: Timo Tjahjanto The maniacal director of The Night Comes for Us returns to Netflix with a chaotic epic about an assassin who revolts against her handlers.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025
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The volunteer stops speaking, and a slow, maniacal smile spreads across his face.Kathryn Kvas, The New Yorker, 31 Dec. 2024
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McMahon told the Pasadena Star News that her friend was unique, eccentric and insightful.Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2025
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The vibe: The eccentric and spacious bar, perfect for happy hour margaritas, also serves up a Sunday brunch buffet.Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 10 Jan. 2025
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The characters in Slow Horses, Lamb among them, can sometimes feel like daffy sitcom archetypes that have been air-dropped into a Michael Bay movie.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2024
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There’s a solid stretch of episodes late in the season, but most of what comes before is pleasantly daffy yet forgettable.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2024
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“Fey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fey. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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