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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
Walt was the visual equivalent of a pop hook: clear, snappy, dispelling all portentousness.
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Ian Penman, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Soft tannins in a deliciously rounded mouthful that is an elixir, a brew, a soup oozing with snappy fresh flavors of black and red cherries and mocha as well as oxtail and blueberry pie.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
From the early days, players could pick from vastly different weapon types, ranging from the classic sword to the snappier dual swords.
—Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2025
Elsewhere, the commuter ebike sports a torque sensor in the bottom bracket for snappy response straight off the starting line.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2025
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Ian Penman, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Soft tannins in a deliciously rounded mouthful that is an elixir, a brew, a soup oozing with snappy fresh flavors of black and red cherries and mocha as well as oxtail and blueberry pie.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
From the early days, players could pick from vastly different weapon types, ranging from the classic sword to the snappier dual swords.
—Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2025
Elsewhere, the commuter ebike sports a torque sensor in the bottom bracket for snappy response straight off the starting line.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snappy
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These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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Though most people benefit from eating more fiber, some may need to temporarily reduce their fiber intake to help their digestive system heal, such as during a flare-up of irritable bowel disease (IBD), diverticulitis, or Crohn’s disease.4 3.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
7 Mar. 2025
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Scheer was smart to whittle down the novel’s winding sentences into short, sharp exclamations and curt instructions — and also to be faithful to Melville’s rendition of the captain’s irritable diction.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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Champions League-level spending catches up with reality A significant problem at Old Trafford has been a simple one: a lack of cold, hard cash.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
The Athletic,
18 Mar. 2025
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It’s designed with a cup holder on one side, while the other side has built-in pockets, and a cooler to keep your drinks cold.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Mar. 2025
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Stripes Everywhere Stripes are having a major design moment, proving that the lively pattern is timeless, versatile, and effortlessly chic.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Mar. 2025
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The High Kings and Mary Black Palmer Auditorium, 270 Mohegan Ave Pkwy., New London A full evening of Irish music with vocalist Mary Black, lively traditional Irish band The High Kings plus Róisín O is being presented by The Kate but held at Connecticut College’s Palmer Auditorium.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
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Its development played a critical role in the NBA team’s rapid rise to becoming the league’s most valuable team at $9.14 billion.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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In other January texts, the mayor told political allies the city was undergoing a new Reconstruction era, an allusion to the period of rapid but ultimately halted Black advancement after the Civil War.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Dalman, 26, just reached the end of his rookie contract with the Atlanta Falcons and is heralded as a smart, steady lineman who can be an asset as a run blocker.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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There are less ad-intrusive smart TV platforms available besides Roku.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
17 Mar. 2025
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Arquette is said to be playing a record label boss, Skarsgard as a fashionable European creative and Mullen as xcx’s personal assistant.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
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Zara and Eugenie, who turns 35 later this month, sported coordinating outfits with burgundy hues for the fashionable day out and posed together for a picture.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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For that red-hot setup, Selfridges placed a fiery red Jil Sander coat, straight from the brand’s spring 2025 runway, front and center.—
Violet Goldstone,
WWD,
12 Mar. 2025
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The luxurious red hair and fiery green eyes of Maureen O’Hara were picture perfect for a three-strip closeup.—
Thomas Doherty,
The Hollywood Reporter,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Snappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snappy. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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