as in excellent
of the very best kind
that popcorn popper is nifty
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as in joke
something said or done to cause laughter
though ostensibly a drama, the play is filled with zingy little nifties that lighten the mood
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
that joke was a nifty
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Recent Examples of nifty
Kerry Spencer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024
There’s even a nifty dryer attachment that swiftly smooths hair without overexposing it to heat; this is thanks to the Coanda effect, which tames hair without the need to press it against a heated surface, like a flat iron.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Evan Dudley, al, 1 Sep. 2022
The first came on a nifty, 9-yard cutback run by tailback Rayshon Luke (who had gained 21 yards on a screen pass on the previous play).
—Michael Lev, The Arizona Republic, 16 Aug. 2022
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Adjective
Children receive a nifty field notebook that features information and activities on Iceland’s wildlife.
—Kerry Spencer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024
There’s even a nifty dryer attachment that swiftly smooths hair without overexposing it to heat; this is thanks to the Coanda effect, which tames hair without the need to press it against a heated surface, like a flat iron.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Already leading from a nifty and shifty 19-yard touchdown run by Jermaine Brown Jr. on the opening drive game, the UAB special teams unit felt like getting in on the fun.
—Evan Dudley, al, 1 Sep. 2022
The first came on a nifty, 9-yard cutback run by tailback Rayshon Luke (who had gained 21 yards on a screen pass on the previous play).
—Michael Lev, The Arizona Republic, 16 Aug. 2022
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The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Develop Mobile Apps Another excellent and popular idea to build passive income is app creation.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Like many classic Spongebob jokes, the scene became a meme, often referenced and recreated online.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Mulaney did a classic couch set on The Tonight Show (perhaps the most classic venue for a couch set) with new jokes about his son, his son’s emerging rockabilly tendencies, and his son’s hatred for Steely Dan.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 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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Many rival fans have had a good laugh at Tottenham and their wildly fluctuating results this season.Nick Miller, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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After 25 years in business, Vanessa von Bismarck and Carrie Phillips have had their share of successes, laughs and struggles.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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This 500-year-old architectural marvel has been transformed into a vibrant cultural complex that includes a functioning hamam, a museum, and a contemporary art gallery.Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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With a rich history dating back thousands of years, Istanbul is chock-full of architectural marvels.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Human individual rights and protecting them are awesome, too.Makena Kelly, WIRED, 13 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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Juvenile actor Abdallah, who lost his left leg at the age of four in a missile attack that killed his father, gives a remarkable performance as the resourceful boy who eventually takes enormous risks to keep at least part of his dream alive.Richard Kuipers, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Nifty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nifty. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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