elaborate

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Geishas, known as geikos in Kyoto, and apprentices called maikos have been donning elaborate costumes and fluttering fans since the Miyako Odori -- or "capital city dance" -- first started in 1872.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Despite the elaborate entrance, the Reform Party leader did not enter the building and when asked by BBC Sport, venue officials refused to comment on rumours he was denied entry.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

He avoids bottled water due to microplastics and has set up an elaborate system to catch rainwater from the house roof.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Miller, who died in 2012, was a labor history buff who realized that highly skilled workers often developed elaborate ethical codes that promoted solidarity with other employees.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

And I could elaborate on this at some length and with, I believe, a fair degree of accuracy.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt