as in fashionable
having or showing a very high degree of elegance and luxury
Celebrities paraded the red carpet in a wide display of posh outfits. The posh hotel carries a hefty price tag.
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Recent Examples of posh
These are also perfect for attending posh food and wine festivals around the globe.
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Paula Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
And fans of posh proteins like Japanese and Australian Wagyu beef, and those yet to discover their marbled magnetism, are poised for big thrills because Palm Beach Meats (palmbeachmeats.com/home-orlando) has arrived in Orlando.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
For Animal Lovers Dogs by Gray Malin A coffee table book that focuses on your favorite family member–except Malin ups the ante by photographing dogs in posh scenes (think poolside at the Beverly Hills Hotel).
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024
James Mangold is sitting comfortably in a posh London hotel sipping tea.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Paula Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
And fans of posh proteins like Japanese and Australian Wagyu beef, and those yet to discover their marbled magnetism, are poised for big thrills because Palm Beach Meats (palmbeachmeats.com/home-orlando) has arrived in Orlando.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
For Animal Lovers Dogs by Gray Malin A coffee table book that focuses on your favorite family member–except Malin ups the ante by photographing dogs in posh scenes (think poolside at the Beverly Hills Hotel).
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024
James Mangold is sitting comfortably in a posh London hotel sipping tea.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
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If there is a fashionable way to wear UGGs, J.Lo has tried it.Isabel Serra, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2024
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During Milan Fashion Week, the Armani Hotel becomes a central hub for the fashionable elite, further highlighting the brand’s enduring influence in both fashion and culture.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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One, done, and fabulous — that’s Oprah Winfrey’s latest look in a very stylish nutshell.Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Kenneth: Strong, stylish, and elegant, Kenneth is a thoughtful choice.Kara Nesvig, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024
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The Kardashian-Jenner matriarch shared snapshots of her luxurious holiday decor in her Instagram Story featuring Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, who were invited over to her house for dinner.Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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There is also a Children’s Afternoon Tea available featuring treats like a luxurious cheesecake pot layered with sea salt caramel, sauce, praline, and Chantilly cream served in a chocolate pot, chocolate ganache éclairs, and rich banana bread.Meredith Lepore, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Renderings of the final product show sleek, modern architecture juxtaposed with the much shorter existing buildings in the immediate area.Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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Madewell has so many great options to choose from in its sale section, like the easy-to-pack Greta Ballet Flats, sleek Vernon Loafers, or the classic Reebok Vegan Club C Sneakers.Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Each extension—from Emporio Armani’s youthful energy to the accessibility of Armani Exchange and the opulence of Armani Privé—feels iconic and intentional, never radical but always chic.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Decking out dining rooms, bedrooms, or other living spaces in single-species florals—or even going all-in on material drenching in the bathroom by applying the same marble to floors, walls, and countertops, even lighting fixtures—can be equally chic.Sarah Archer, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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Now, to close out the year and prepare fans for her upcoming tour in support of the album, Perry has released 1432, the deluxe version of the dance-pop project.Chris Malone Mendez, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Katy Perry has released 1432, a deluxe version of her recent LP, 143.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
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Dinner blends lavish and local (a recurring theme throughout the hotel).Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Just one day after the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, 29, filled his team’s locker room with lavish gifts, Purdy, 24, played Santa Claus for the San Francisco 49ers, while Burrow, 28, acted as Old Saint Nick for the Cincinnati Bengals.Angel Saunders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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