as in elegant
having or showing elegance
a classy seaside resort that reeks of old money
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Recent Examples of classy
However, Mahomes was classy after the game, giving kudos to Allen during his speech while hoisting the AFC title trophy.
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Scott Thompson, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
The style is refined and classy without making too much of a statement.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
The plaid pattern is muted and classy, and will look great against your favorite wool coat this season.
—Clint Davis, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2025
The former is a cozy, classy venue that serves up Ethiopian cuisine and jazz music five nights a week.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Scott Thompson, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
The style is refined and classy without making too much of a statement.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
The plaid pattern is muted and classy, and will look great against your favorite wool coat this season.
—Clint Davis, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2025
The former is a cozy, classy venue that serves up Ethiopian cuisine and jazz music five nights a week.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for classy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classy
Adjective
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Among the standout pieces in the second H&M spring 2025 limited-edition Ramadan collection, semi-shiny satins, jacquards and hammered fabrics add an elegant and luxurious touch.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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Its classic trim with elegant details on each door can dress up a modern interior or pair with traditional decor to elevate any space.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Photos released by the court show Kate smiling in brightly colored costumes, her hair slicked back, and her feet and arms in the studied pose of a graceful ballerina.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN,
15 Feb. 2025
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While the time-jumping structure can be mildly confusing at first, editor Alexandre de Franceschi establishes a graceful rhythm, keeping the transitions fluid.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The plans, handsome blueprints, were spread out on the table and as Recorder Welch read the specifications, Mr. Morgan made the necessary explanations.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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This is a classic movie problem, the kind of too-neat hangup that has to be vaulted over on the way toward happily ever after — so, naturally, Ally has a classic meet-cute at a coffee shop with a handsome stranger named Jay (Mason Gooding) whose issue line up perfectly with hers.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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He’s expected to walk, and his vision is fine, his father said.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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Though the club enters the international break in fine form, in all likelihood, in the big picture, this campaign will, unfortunately, be primarily remembered for the failure of this core Canucks group to coexist and fit together on a durable contending team.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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“Classy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classy. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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