razzle-dazzle

noun

raz·​zle-daz·​zle ˌra-zəl-ˈda-zəl 

1

: a state of confusion or hilarity

2

: a complex maneuver (as in sports) designed to confuse an opponent

3

: a confusing or colorful often gaudy action or display

razzle-dazzle adjective

Examples of razzle-dazzle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Conceived by production designer Nathan Crowley, the sets nimbly subvert the familiar with the fantastical—layering architectural homages, narrative touchstones, and cinematic razzle-dazzle into an expansive magical realm. —Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2024

Or is that pure stagecraft and showbiz razzle-dazzle? —Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2024

Sure, there's a lot of razzle-dazzle, but these are real young adults hoping to build generational wealth for their families. —Axios, 5 Sep. 2024

For all its production razzle-dazzle and hits-packed setlist, the Out of This World Tour is as much about reaffirming what Elliott represents as a groundbreaking rapper-producer, a Songwriters Hall of Famer and hip-hop’s first-ever female Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. —Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 16 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

reduplication of dazzle

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined at sense 1