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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
a great movie with groovy special effects
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as in hip
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
old college buddies fondly recalling the days when bell-bottom jeans were about the grooviest thing around
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Recent Examples of groovy
For over an hour, some area youngsters got a feel for the glitzy life, pampered with colorful manicures, glittered up and their face painted – of course with the option of adding a little bling – all as groovy music played at the Maine Park Leisure Center in Park Ridge.
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
It’s paired with high ceilings, a sweeping staircase, and an elegant In Common With Vera Sconce for a groovy take on the classic grand entryway.
—Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2025
Doonan: In the 1970s and early ’80s, the groovy customer didn’t have a bag and didn’t really seem to want one, and then this came along.
—Kin Woo, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
Thomas shined as both a vocalist and an instrumentalist, pairing his terrific vocal performance with a groovy guitar solo.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
It’s paired with high ceilings, a sweeping staircase, and an elegant In Common With Vera Sconce for a groovy take on the classic grand entryway.
—Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2025
Doonan: In the 1970s and early ’80s, the groovy customer didn’t have a bag and didn’t really seem to want one, and then this came along.
—Kin Woo, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
Thomas shined as both a vocalist and an instrumentalist, pairing his terrific vocal performance with a groovy guitar solo.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groovy
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Embracing different cultures: There is plenty of wonderful Mexican culture depicted throughout the film, from cooking traditional dishes to the vibrant atmosphere.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
28 Mar. 2025
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Cherish these moments and know that your efforts to preserve their voices are a wonderful tribute to your relationships.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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It was seen as the hipper, edgier alternative to entrenched establishment clubs like Annabel’s and White’s.—
Gary Baum,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2024
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These looks feel decidedly cooler and hipper than your standard suit, which can often read too buttoned-up or formal for a more casual outing.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2023
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Nicotiana sylvestris Sun Exposure: Dappled shade Soil Type: Organic loam Soil pH: Slightly acidic 11 of 11 Wishbone Flower Wishbone flower is a low-growing annual with lovely two-toned, two-lipped, tubular purple or pink flowers.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2025
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Armani’s Luminous Silk Concealer is a lovely example of just that.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
4 Apr. 2025
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Brian Hopkins, 2nd, whose ward includes Streeterville, responded by calling (not for the first time) for moving the existing 10 p.m. curfew for minors who are downtown without an accompanying adult back to 8 p.m.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
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This spurred collectors to acquire some organs from movie theaters that were being closed or sold as people shifted from watching movies downtown to watching TV at home in the suburbs.—
Heather Kathryn Ross,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
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Julie Chan is struggling through a hard life, which is only made worse by the face that her twin sister, Chloe, has an awesome one.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
30 Mar. 2025
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He's gotten way better at talking on the mic during his match with CM Punk, and their matches have been awesome.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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The exterior layout is stylish and functional that features a massive sundec and a killer beach club that allows guests easy access to the water.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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KitchenAid Burr Grinder for $200: This KitchenAid is stylish and easy to clean, according to former WIRED reviewer Jaina Grey, and the burrs are accessible thanks to their placement directly beneath the hopper.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Two standout experiences near the water include Schooner’s in the Caribbean Village, open for breakfast and dinner (chef Chris’s swordfish steak was excellent) as well as Barefoot by the Sea in the Italian Village.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Piper Niven Currently, Piper Niven is doing an excellent job as part of WWE Women's United States Champion Chelsea Green's cabinet.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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During Trump's presidential campaign, Iranian hackers sent unsolicited information stolen from the now President-elect's campaign to people affiliated with President 's campaign over the summer, according to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the .—
Monica Sager,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Billy Ray adopted Trace in 1993 after marrying his now ex-wife Tish Cyrus.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Groovy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groovy. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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