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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
didn't get any food or drinks on the no-frills flight
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as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies
a birthday cake decorated with frills like edible glitter
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of frill
Christopher Murray, Fox News, 9 Oct. 2024
One of the barn's two simple bedrooms, this one on the mezzanine
Mikael Lundblad
The kitchen, too, is functional and without frills.
—Rick Jordan, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2024
Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, 3 July 2018
At separate ends of town, two buxom madams and their bevies of painted, frilled and scandalously clad ladies welcomed miners and threw lavish parties.
—Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, 16 June 2018
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Noun
Jergens ultra healing moisturizer: on sale for $6.36 Original price: $8.74
Anyone who needs a no frills lotion that’s fragrance free will love Jergens ultra healing moisturizer.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 9 Oct. 2024
One of the barn's two simple bedrooms, this one on the mezzanine
Mikael Lundblad
The kitchen, too, is functional and without frills.
—Rick Jordan, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2024
Verb
Summer has officially arrived in that terracotta Temperley London dress, with plunging neckline, ruffled skirt and frilled short sleeves.
—Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, 3 July 2018
At separate ends of town, two buxom madams and their bevies of painted, frilled and scandalously clad ladies welcomed miners and threw lavish parties.
—Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, 16 June 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frill
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Gold edgings and flatware tie them all together like a bow on a package.Sandra S. Soria, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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Thanks to metal edging and an enhanced rocker on this nimble ski, the downhill was a blast, too.Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2024
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In the mayoral race, City Councilmember Martínez Beltrán challenged Turner, with the pair often publicly at odds on issues ranging from peace resolutions in the Israel-Gaza war to tax deals for a luxury hotel.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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So far, London has experienced a bit of a slump in the luxury real estate market in 2024 with a decline in high-end deals.Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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This level of ornamentation is typical of Art Deco architecture.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024
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Coffins, which were first invented as simple stone structures decorated in feathers and shells during the Stone Age, have become increasingly elaborate with custom ornamentation, lid carvings, and moldings over time.Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.oregonlive, oregonlive, 24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2022
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Briseno recommends wearing pieces like A-line skirts adorned with floral patterns, flounce sleeves, which pay homage to traditional Mexican craftsmanship and shirts with Peter Pan collars, which give a charming vintage flair to your look.Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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The constructed piece featured ruched sides and a maxi flounce on each of the sides for a dramatic and transformative silhouette.Ada Tseng, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
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The first-term member supports consistent city park maintenance and wants to look into state and federal funding for city infrastructure projects and other local amenities.Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Beyond its slightly more than 6,000 square feet of living space, the expansive outdoor terrace is where key amenities tied to the incentive come into play, like an ice bath and a sauna.Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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While another golden retriever, Banks, went viral when his owner shared a fairly long list of the things that frighten him, including tarps, frogs, boxes, Halloween decorations and even feather dusters.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The carousel then featured shots of Khai with some friends, as well as Halloween decorations, pumpkin decorating, Hadid’s skeleton costume and a snap of Khai trick or treating.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Tucked at the base of a ridge of ragged, jagged bare rock and fringed by cattails, Ayer Lake is home for the endangered desert pupfish and the Gila topminnow.Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024
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Gap campaign star Tyla made a strong case for neon yellow and fringe with her Area dress, which was just presented at New York Fashion Week.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2024
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“Frill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frill. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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