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fancy

[fan-see] / ˈfæn si /








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First, a soapy sponge—nothing fancy, just one of the cheap ones, sudsed up with a dish soap that smells good.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Gray skies didn’t prevent L.A.’s arts community from getting fancy in support of the Hammer Museum’s annual Gala in the Garden.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

There are no photos of the executives, nor are there professional videos and fancy animations showing off products ranging from batteries to footwear to candy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

But as of now, that remains only a flight of fancy for Kirby.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

“I’ve seen something like it before, but I’ve never worn such a fancy, newfangled thing. I’m afraid it might strangle me.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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