as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
at first, her flaunting of her affection for her boyfriend was funny, but after a while it became tiresome
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as in showy
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as in displaying
to present so as to invite notice or attention
she playfully flaunted her engagement ring in all of her coworkers' faces
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Recent Examples of flaunting
Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Verb
But, before that all unfolded, Leo, 30, was trying to impress Hannah — seemingly by emphasizing — and at times, flaunting — his art dealer job and financial status.
—Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaunting
Noun
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When particles ejected by the sun run into Earth's magnetic atmosphere, their interactions with gas molecules cause the colorful displays to become visible.Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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Their Christmas Lates allow visitors to the house after hours to enjoy a glass of mulled cider and the immersive display about the composition of Handel’s Messiah, performed around the world at Christmas time.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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But Grande, in the showier role as the perky, plucky Glinda, owns the movie with her hair flips and humorous hubris.Eric Andersson, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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Sun Exposure: Part to full shade Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Slightly acidic to Neutral (6.5-7.5) USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Hostas are well known for their showy foliage—and their propensity to attract slugs and snails.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
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The filing also discusses the company's ongoing initiatives in rare earth elements and critical minerals exploration in Wyoming, with plans to begin construction of a demonstration processing facility in mid to late 2025.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Two women not associated with the organizers joined the demonstration, with one, Gianna Zamora, committing to remain until the pro-Trump demonstrators left.Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The gaudy designs of fan-favorite heroes were toned down, their costumes shaded in muted tones.Jack King, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2024
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Textures don’t have to be too gaudy but should add an interesting aspect to your look.Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 30 Sep. 2024
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According to Bruton, once assembled, the chassis demonstrated promising results when powered on, exhibiting some flexibility but remaining stable during operation.Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2024
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And, yes, international partnerships are key, with several allies exhibiting strengths.Matthew Chase Levy, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The former Fox News host has linked himself to Trump, speaking at his Madison Square Garden rally and hosting a show from Mar-A-Lago on election night.Joe Walsh, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Duffy is a former representative of Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District but is mostly known for his appearance on several reality TV shows and co-hosting The Bottom Line on Fox Business along with his wife, Rachel Campos-Duffy.Mabinty Quarshie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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Georgie’s cake is equally garish and brilliant and inspired by her auntie’s bathroom, which had a carpet and, most likely, one of those little dolls with a crocheted skirt to hold an extra roll of toilet paper.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
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Ryan enjoys the performances of Quinn and Hechinger, both perversely weird and in garish face powder and recalling Joaquin Phoenix’s incestuous turn in the first film, but the movie doesn’t quite go far enough into the twisted and weird.Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 25 Oct. 2024
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Great guests engage, make polite conversation and put the focus on others by showing an interest in them.Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
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Season 2 has struggled to retain Season 1’s large base, Katie noted, with Samba TV data showing Season 2’s first ep drew half that of Season 1’s opener, which, to be fair, remains the streamer’s largest premiere to date.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Flaunting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaunting. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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