How to Use classy in a Sentence

classy

adjective
  • The spa boasts some very classy clients.
  • Donating her salary bonus to charity was a really classy thing to do.
  • Milano is no longer the place to just be elegant and classy.
    Luke Leitch, Vogue, 22 June 2021
  • This is very classy and straightforward and rather dull and defanged.
    Tim Grierson, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2021
  • Dad—and his pocket—will be elated by this classy one from Mark and Graham.
    Rachel Dube, USA TODAY, 21 May 2021
  • Yet these are overlooked because he is adored for his coolness under pressure and classy demeanor.
    Michael Harley, Forbes, 7 May 2021
  • Dressed in a classy two-piece skirt set, the singer started off strong before reaching the part in the song where her voice raises an octave.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 25 Oct. 2024
  • Wonderful finesse – classy as always from this great producer.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 11 Apr. 2021
  • So ahead, see 20 French manicure styles that are versatile, fun, classy, and overall just great to look at.
    Blake Newby, Essence, 27 Apr. 2021
  • It’s actually Laurent, who is too classy to be here, who doesn’t entirely grasp the assignment.
    Alison Willmore, Vulture, 12 May 2021
  • From silky retro nightgowns to classy special-occasion evening wear, all proceeds go to Cincinnati charities.
    Jamie Clarkson, The Enquirer, 26 June 2021
  • It’s a fluffy, shag fur carpet that’s not only comfortable enough for your kids to play on, but also classy enough to tie together your living room perfectly.
    Tim Kohut, BGR, 25 May 2021
  • Roz’s first look set the tone for her character: poise, classy, very-well put together, until pushed to the furthest extent to provoke otherwise.
    Jamila Stewart, Essence, 1 Apr. 2021
  • Republicans and Democrats give Mondale, the portrait of a classy loser, a standing ovation.
    Susan B. Glasser, The New Yorker, 22 Apr. 2021
  • This magenta and white hatinator, $72, with a white bow and flower accents is a classy yet fun way to embrace the stylish trend of dressing fabulously for the track.
    Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 9 Apr. 2021
  • Her appeal is more than classy separates; the presence of Sharon Stone is the reason Instagram is full of admiring photographs of her red carpet looks.
    Jo Livingstone, The New Republic, 30 Mar. 2021
  • Leisure passengers’ desire to sit in a classy cabin is partially offsetting a stunted recovery from traditional business-class customers.
    Bloomberg Wire, Dallas News, 27 Apr. 2021
  • The look became the faux-classy trademark for the male dancers.
    Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 22 Nov. 2022
  • The hint of salt in the swirls of extra syrup is a classy touch.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 27 Sep. 2022
  • Very classy to wear at the beach or even to restaurants on the beach.
    Maya Gandara, PEOPLE.com, 14 July 2021
  • The state is home to most of the country’s supply of the classy crustaceans.
    Timothy Bella, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Durocher, by then a Dodgers coach, wanted to do the classy thing.
    New York Times, 14 Oct. 2021
  • The looks are sharp, classy, and perfect to usher in spring.
    ELLE, 3 Apr. 2022
  • The projects were meant to be classy, not backward-looking.
    David Browne, Rolling Stone, 18 Jan. 2023
  • The OnePlus Watch 2 is as classy as a smartwatch can get.
    Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
  • The mock neck keeps the top classy, while the cropped pant bottoms are ideal for all heights and sizes.
    Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
  • The displays look classy, though the type on the screens is on the small side and difficult to read at times.
    Angus MacKenzie, Robb Report, 19 June 2024
  • The large oval on a gold band is classy and classic, but, surprise!
    Elizabeth Loga, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2021
  • The suede texture is a great way to mix things up while keeping it classy.
    Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Consider upholstering the seats of your dining room chairs or an ottoman with houndstooth fabric for a classy and sophisticated look, or for throw pillows on your couch or in your bedroom.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024

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