edgier; edgiest
1
: having an edge : sharp
3
: having a bold, provocative, or unconventional quality
an edgy film
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Examples of edgy in a Sentence
Too much coffee makes me edgy.
Why are you so edgy?
Their relationship has always been edgy.
one of the director's edgier films
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The rapper rolled up with an almost cartoonish, kind of villainous, definitely edgy hair situation.
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Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 26 Sep. 2024
The chunky heel adds an edgy twist, while the fold-over design creates a slouchy fit.
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This Cardigan Sweater With an Oversized Fit
When in doubt, throw this cardigan sweater over your simple outfit to add a cozy, chic twist to the look.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2024
Nissan has constantly hinted at a successor, and the big ‘aha!’ moment came a year ago when the brand unveiled its edgy electric Hyper Force concept at the Tokyo Mobility Show.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
Layer it on top of a chunky turtleneck for extra warmth, or slip it on over a mini skirt and pair it with knee-high boots for an edgier look.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2024
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Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 26 Sep. 2024
The chunky heel adds an edgy twist, while the fold-over design creates a slouchy fit.
Find it on Amazon
This Cardigan Sweater With an Oversized Fit
When in doubt, throw this cardigan sweater over your simple outfit to add a cozy, chic twist to the look.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2024
Nissan has constantly hinted at a successor, and the big ‘aha!’ moment came a year ago when the brand unveiled its edgy electric Hyper Force concept at the Tokyo Mobility Show.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
Layer it on top of a chunky turtleneck for extra warmth, or slip it on over a mini skirt and pair it with knee-high boots for an edgier look.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2024
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“Edgy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edgy. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.
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