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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
Thomas shined as both a vocalist and an instrumentalist, pairing his terrific vocal performance with a groovy guitar solo.
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Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025
The decision to limit the groovy Thundercat riff that opens this to a skit is a crazy flex, and the lyrics that follow only up the chutzpah.
—Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
Quite the groovy decade of hosting and socializing with major flair, the 1970s were full of funky foods that became synonymous with the buffet tables laid out at every party.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2025
The couple doubled down on Nashville, renovating The Dive Motel, a groovy 1970s spot on the Old Buffalo Trail where Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash used to stay.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025
The decision to limit the groovy Thundercat riff that opens this to a skit is a crazy flex, and the lyrics that follow only up the chutzpah.
—Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
Quite the groovy decade of hosting and socializing with major flair, the 1970s were full of funky foods that became synonymous with the buffet tables laid out at every party.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2025
The couple doubled down on Nashville, renovating The Dive Motel, a groovy 1970s spot on the Old Buffalo Trail where Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash used to stay.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groovy
Adjective
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Flores was a wonderful mother and grandmother, Love said.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2025
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His leadership by example, his accomplishments on the field, his love of family, his service to our community and his dedication to excellence all herald his standing as a remarkable athlete and wonderful human being.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 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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Mary then hosted a lovely tea for all of us, which was equally impressive.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Sun and Moon looked lovely, had a wild story focused on alternate worlds and family drama, and some of the coolest Pokémon ever introduced in the series.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 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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Lioness season two, Taylor’s awesome in the episodes.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Mar. 2025
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Getting an awesome birthday present for Mom never seemed so easy.—
Edin Deljkic,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Beyond its stylish design and expert craftsmanship, the home is built for comfort.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2025
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The star’s casual looks always find the right balance between stylish and functional.—
Aemilia Madden,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2025
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The Next Chapter in Glenlivet's 200-Year Legacy The Glenlivet brand has been synonymous with excellent single malt since the dawn of the category.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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The retailer’s quarter last week is somehow being regarded as less than excellent.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 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 25 Mar. 2025.
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