as in excellent
of the very best kind
that's a dandy new racing bike
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as in dude
a man extremely interested in his clothing and personal appearance
that dandy was willing to spend all day and hundreds of dollars just to get the perfect pair of shoes
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
that new PDA is a dandy
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Recent Examples of dandy
Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 15 Apr. 2024
Big bank stocks, on the other hand, had a dandy day.
—Morgan Haefner, Quartz, 16 Apr. 2024
Guy Martin, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
Despite Isaac’s altar falter, that old Red Coat dandy is still hanging around.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 13 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
The group gets further assistance from a charming aristocratic dandy/secret highwayman named Charles Devereaux (Frank Dillane, The Essex Serpent).
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 15 Apr. 2024
Big bank stocks, on the other hand, had a dandy day.
—Morgan Haefner, Quartz, 16 Apr. 2024
Noun
There’s an air of late-19th century to the high white collar sans tie, as if Theroux were one of the dandies pictured on with their models in Manet’s Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
Despite Isaac’s altar falter, that old Red Coat dandy is still hanging around.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 13 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dandy
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This example from Swiss Watch Expo is in excellent, near new condition with its full bracelet and original box.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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With its combination of skilled professionals, advanced technology, and affordability, Turkey—and Vera Clinic in particular—is an excellent choice for anyone seeking exceptional hair restoration results.William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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In high school, Magaro got tight with a dude who turned him on to more challenging stuff, lots of Stanley Kubrick.Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
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Back in the present day, Kraven has a list of evil dudes to kill, Chorney having been one of them.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
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Following the holiday season, the beauty and flaws of relationships and connections are magnified, encouraging everyone to reflect.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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For yourself or someone else, a look at the best new beauty products to consider as 2024 comes to a close.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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The residents of this wonderful city hold a special place in my heart.Melissa Noel, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024
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Watch The Small One on Disney+ Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas This short holiday special catches up with the Ice Age characters at the most wonderful time of the year … well, in theory.Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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The blanket was a nod to Swift's Kansas City Chiefs star beau Travis Kelce, who did not join her on her hospital visit.Gil Macias, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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Here’s hoping that Teddy’s beau, Roy, moving to Brooklyn in the New Year will help facilitate that process.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
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Luis Robert Jr is the dream, but who knows what the Sox are thinking.C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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What if your dream job in aviation technology only has openings in their Miami office?Judy Lagrou, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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Poor air quality from wildfires, vehicle exhaust, factories, and other sources takes a toll on lung health—but mounting research suggests that breathing unhealthy air can also put people at a greater risk of developing autoimmune diseases.Kaitlin Sullivan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Not only is this a more efficient approach for designers, but these systems also afford greater scalability since design changes can be implemented once and then updated throughout the entire platform.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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The gel texture works wonders on dull skin, and the vitamin C from blueberry extract defends against free radicals and damage from UV exposure.Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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One such wonder is the Blue Mosque, or the Sultan Ahmed Mosque as it is known to locals.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Dandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dandy. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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