1
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
a splashy new restaurant that's currently the in place to go
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2
as in flashy
attractively eye-catching in style
a splashy ad for the new brand of blue jeans
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3
as in loud
excessively showy
a splashy outfit that was definitely out of place in church
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Recent Examples of splashy
After two years of strikes, protests and splashy deals, the industry’s AI question has changed.
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Maureen Kerr, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The Knicks, meanwhile, were assembled almost entirely through blockbuster trades and splashy signings.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
If splashy headlines are to be believed, artificial intelligence is already consigning new graduates to a life of unemployment.
—Revana Sharfuddin, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Ahead, 15 summer-ready dip nail designs to save to your seasonal moodboard, from splashy neons to dainty flowers that look plucked from the tropics.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026
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Maureen Kerr, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The Knicks, meanwhile, were assembled almost entirely through blockbuster trades and splashy signings.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
If splashy headlines are to be believed, artificial intelligence is already consigning new graduates to a life of unemployment.
—Revana Sharfuddin, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Ahead, 15 summer-ready dip nail designs to save to your seasonal moodboard, from splashy neons to dainty flowers that look plucked from the tropics.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
Adjective
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This is particularly noticeable in the ballroom area, which hosts weekly wedding events, as well as other social and business functions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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But let’s get back to that extraordinary customizable dashboard, one of the most noticeable features.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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There are no flashy logos or overpowering buckles, giving the bag a restrained quality that lets the unique shape be the star.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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Every major opinion poll showed the longtime Democratic politician mired near the bottom of the pack, overshadowed by his flashier or wealthier rivals.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The style is quintessential Deborah—strong, bold, a little loud, yet classy.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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Like the Marrakech souks, Chatuchak is a full sensory experience of loud music, the smell of Thai street food and a buzzing, barter-friendly atmosphere.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Now part of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, this is one of the city’s most prominent addresses for creative types and travelers who know where to find the best service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The original sign for Joe Marty’s, named for a prominent local baseball player once thought to be a better prospect than Joe DiMaggio, wasn’t part of the listing.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2026
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Round it out with a stylish Béis belt bag to keep airport essentials close at hand, leaving you no excuse to hold up security, knowing the coveted carry is just under $30.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Zaya Wade is one stylish teenager!—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Low noise levels for quiet cleaning Most people assume that pressure washers are noisy.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Google’s Fitbit Air is a breath of fresh air in a suffocatingly noisy tech landscape.—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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However, from such dizzy heights, the fall from grace has been dramatic.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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What wasn’t was Eastern Michigan and Oceanside’s Leovao twins first surviving Sunday’s stroke-play cut from 30 to 15 teams, then advancing to Tuesday morning’s quarterfinals, then knocking off Texas in dramatic fashion to reach the afternoon semis.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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The night, and the remarkably snazzy trophy, belonged to Crystal Palace.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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The overarching story is smaller than average for Star Wars but appropriately sized for TV—still replete with snazzy visual effects but less concerned with the franchise’s narrative sweep.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2026
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“Splashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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