- plural of fairy.
fairies
Example Sentences
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She was alive to folklore that told of fairies and elves and the lingering dead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
AI is essential for the popular romantasy genre where fantastical elements, from medieval castles to werewolves and fairies are common.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026
A bit further along, Perreau unveils a light green piece, created by Italian costume designer Ezio Toffolutti for one of the fairies in William Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
Equihua’s inspiration for the wings were once again rooted in childhood, drawing upon the feminine dark fantasy illustrations of artist Amy Brown, queen of early-2000s fairies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2025
That man looked as if he could squash half a dozen fairies in one massive fist.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
