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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
that snappy outfit really should impress your date
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as in irritable
easily irritated or annoyed
we tried to avoid her when she was acting snappy, which was all too often
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as in cold
having a low or subnormal temperature
typically snappy weather for March
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
much snappy repartee at the party celebrating the new art gallery's opening
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as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
bring us some more french fries, and make it snappy!
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as in smart
being strikingly neat and trim in style or appearance
the snappy outfits worn by the young, attractive staff at the hotel
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Recent Examples of snappy
The field of view is a bit narrow at 78 degrees, but the autofocus is pretty snappy.
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Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
As a playwright, Headland tends toward snappy dialogue and debaucherous behavior, the former well on display here, while the latter stays, perhaps appropriately for the Dahls’ sensibilities, offstage.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
But the most impactful video publishers are frequently people who work from home on their own, shaping the news cycle one snappy clip at a time.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
This lender also makes application decisions as quickly as just a few hours, an obvious draw for those looking for snappy decisions.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2024
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Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
As a playwright, Headland tends toward snappy dialogue and debaucherous behavior, the former well on display here, while the latter stays, perhaps appropriately for the Dahls’ sensibilities, offstage.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
But the most impactful video publishers are frequently people who work from home on their own, shaping the news cycle one snappy clip at a time.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
This lender also makes application decisions as quickly as just a few hours, an obvious draw for those looking for snappy decisions.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snappy
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These comfortable, stylish over-ear headphones are lauded for their adjustable EQ and long-lasting battery, ensuring a tailored and uninterrupted listening experience.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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Jumpsuits are having a style moment, and stylish celebs are hopping on the trend.Cai Cramer, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Coupled with erratic blood sugar levels – often caused by diets high in refined sugars and low in nutrients – these energy dips and spikes can leave you feeling irritable and drained.Lina Begdache, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025
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This can contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle aches, and irritable mood.Rosanna Sutherby, PharmD, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
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But often during winter, the polar vortex will expand, bringing its cold air south and causing these notoriously large outbreaks of chilly temperatures.Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 17 Jan. 2025
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Fresh snow on the ground, bitterly cold air and wind gusts to 30 mph at times will generate wind chills — what the air feels like when combined with wind — in the single digits for the entire day.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
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There’s lively interplay with Rick Rosato on bass and Jonathan Pinson on drums.Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Given its flavor and sensory profiles, Barbera is an ideal selection at lunch, especially as its lively acidity cuts through the fatty qualities of all types of salumi.Tom Hyland, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The first stage performed well, but the Starship upper stage experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its ascent.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 17 Jan. 2025
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The article took aim at Biden administration policies aimed at curbing China's access to advanced chips and technologies Washington fears will fuel the People's Liberation Army's rapid expansion.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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Best Packing Essentials Deals For frequent travelers, packing smart is important, and these products can make all the difference.Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2025
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That led to his breakout success with The Elephant Man, starring John Hurt as the friendly and smart but disfigured title character in Victorian England and Anthony Hopkins as the doctor who tries to treat him.Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2025
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The glasses not only provide exceptional sound clarity but also eliminate the traditional stigma associated with hearing aids by seamlessly integrating advanced audio technology into a sleek, fashionable eyewear design.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
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In the years since, the former editor and model has quietly put her own fashionable stamp on the baroque pile in the Peak District—the inspiration for Mr. Darcy’s Pemberley in Pride and Prejudice and a fixture on the moodboards of designers ranging from John Galliano to Alessandro Michele.Liam Hess, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2025
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Red Hot Most Popular Fashion A Short History of the Front Row Magazine Inside Vogue’s December Issue Celebrities Jennie Reveals How Cold-Plunging Loosens Up Her Muscles and Opens Up Her Mind For a fiery spin on the glazed nail trend, opt for a red metallic shade.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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The original image of the women in the Facebook post, which didn't include the fiery background, was posted on the Los Angeles Fire Department’s Flickr account in February 2016.Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Snappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snappy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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