1
as in attire
dressy clothing
dressed in their most elegant frippery for the big gala at the symphony
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2
as in nothing
something of little importance
socialites whose lives were almost entirely consumed by fripperies
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Recent Examples of frippery
In tonight’s episode, Aurora has more to worry about than mere frippery.
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2025
Buying the Original marks you as a practical person who cares not for frippery.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 19 Apr. 2025
But who has time for all of that frippery, anyway, when war’s a-comin’?
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Dec. 2024
The British actor, almost as a counterpoint to the Nantucket frippery on display in the adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand’s chart-topping beach read, can now be found on the stage of the prestigious Almeida Theatre in Islington, North London.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for frippery
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2025
Buying the Original marks you as a practical person who cares not for frippery.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 19 Apr. 2025
But who has time for all of that frippery, anyway, when war’s a-comin’?
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Dec. 2024
The British actor, almost as a counterpoint to the Nantucket frippery on display in the adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand’s chart-topping beach read, can now be found on the stage of the prestigious Almeida Theatre in Islington, North London.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frippery
Noun
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Anyone wearing cow attire — inside the restaurant or at the sure-to-be-buzzin’ drive-thru — will receive a free select entree or kid’s meal.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the Office of Career Services offers access to the Crimson and Cream Closet, where individuals can select professional interview attire free of charge in preparation for the upcoming fair.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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When Dana, who, like Virginia, had been successful in writing pleasant but undistinguished nothings—in her case, songs for Billy Rose’s revues—decided to try taking on more serious music by studying with Boulanger, Virginia entered a deep downward spiral.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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Why did her mom press so hard for the littlest of nothings?—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
4 Dec. 2025
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The event at the Casa Alta Vista Estate on Mount Soledad brought together filmmakers, patrons and others from the San Diego area, many in their red-carpet finery.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Models dressed in Marie Antoinette-style Rococo finery with a Glastonbury grunge twist at Harris Reed’s festive fall show for Nina Ricci.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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All the more reason for those under this sign to embrace the softness and triviality of floral prints right before spring arrives.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
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Any piece of art begins in triviality.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
13 Feb. 2026
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Competitions are planned ranging from a strawberry costume contest to pie eating and beer stein-holding.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Asian version will take flight after the original contest takes place in Vienna in May, with 35 countries competing in the singing contest known for outrageous costumes, towering ballads and high-energy performances.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sometimes, the horses don regalia for ceremonies like inaugurations, state funerals and the National Cherry Blossom Festival.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Middleton famously wore an Alexander McQueen gown, William was in full military regalia (specifically an Irish Guards Mounted Officer's uniform), and celebrities like Sir Elton John, David and Victoria Beckham, Guy Ritchie, and Joss Stone were on the guest list.—
Christopher Luu,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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The suicidal bravery of the Basij has become iconic in Iranian culture, including that of Basij child soldiers.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Apr. 2026
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That bravery deserves to be honored above all else.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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KnitWell Group Specialty retail apparel company KnitWell named Sarah Evans as chief human resources officer.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Mar. 2026
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Fans will probably notice that the biggest difference this year is the $125-million sponsorship deal with Uniqlo, a Japanese apparel company that bought center field.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Frippery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frippery. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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