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as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
his debonair dismissal of my inquiry concerning his financial situation led me to believe that nothing was wrong
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as in sophisticated
having or showing very polished and worldly manners
the debonair gentleman charmed all of the ladies in the room
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Recent Examples of debonair
Fleming’s debonair absurdist saga of gangsters and hair’s-breadth escapes was replaced by a broad fairy tale featuring a kidnapper called the Child Catcher.
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 31 July 2024
But there's something even dreamier and more debonair about the vermin version of Sherlock.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 12 June 2024
Eddie seeks other arrangements on his own, in the form of Henry Collins (Max Beesley), the debonair fight promoter handling Jack’s next match-up.
—Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2024
The debonair heir to the 007 mantle tones down Connery's brutality and cocks an amused eyebrow at the international-man-of-mystery proceedings — usually accompanied by a saucy double entendre.
—Chris Nashawaty, EW.com, 29 May 2024
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 31 July 2024
But there's something even dreamier and more debonair about the vermin version of Sherlock.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 12 June 2024
Eddie seeks other arrangements on his own, in the form of Henry Collins (Max Beesley), the debonair fight promoter handling Jack’s next match-up.
—Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2024
The debonair heir to the 007 mantle tones down Connery's brutality and cocks an amused eyebrow at the international-man-of-mystery proceedings — usually accompanied by a saucy double entendre.
—Chris Nashawaty, EW.com, 29 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for debonair
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Chilling video showed a Mississippi teen murder suspect's nonchalant attitude after allegedly shooting and killing her mother, with the girl seen texting following the act.Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 20 Sep. 2024
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The moment was so nonchalant that Michael Porter Jr. didn’t even notice what had happened from the bench.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 29 Nov. 2024
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Combining different age statements and finishing casks contributes to its depth and richness, creating a unique and sophisticated sipping experience.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Airlines have become more sophisticated in their pricing and revenue management strategies.Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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In August 2021, a post was made on Reddit with the same caption, plastered over a photo of Drake looking carefree and elated.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Carefree Crepe Wrap Blazer The carefree crepe wrap blazer is tailored for a perfect fit, while a wrap front and tie belt closure help accentuate and flatter the waist.Michelle Mastro, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Foxx’s ability to inhabit various characters—from the flamboyant Wanda to the suave boxer Willie Beamen in Any Given Sunday—established him as a versatile entertainer capable of moving seamlessly between comedy and drama.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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Deadline also learned recently that Gabriel Macht, who played the brash and suave super lawyer Harvey Specter on the original series, will reprise his role on the offshoot in a three-episode arc.Denise Petski, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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His crew is mostly high school students collecting community service hours along with old hands who have been using wobbly ladders, ropes and pulleys for years to string long strands of lights from the cedars’ graceful branches.Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Toasts around a table have long been interpreted as a gesture of goodwill, and Princess Anne made a graceful save with her fellow dinner guest.Janine Henni, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024
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That’s why many of crypto’s more cavalier coders headed to other blockchains to tinker and do things like build decentralized applications.MacKenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2024
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Lucas was shocked and hurt that his generous offers kept being rebuffed; the people who organized against him were indignant that a billionaire could be so cavalier about their public land.Elizabeth Blackwell, Longreads, 14 Nov. 2024
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By contrast, the recent behavior of the rebels who have just conquered Syria looks reassuringly civilized.Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
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The United States is a civilized country with strong democratic institutions.Steven A. Harvey, Baltimore Sun, 4 Nov. 2024
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The film’s lighthearted portrayal of someone struggling yet dedicated to safeguarding his life was recognized at global festivals, including the Tokyo International Short Film Festival and the Bridge Fest held in Vancouver.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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According to resources like those from , good icebreaker questions are often lighthearted, imaginative, and invite unique responses.Lydia Patrick, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Debonair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debonair. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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