Example Sentences

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Some people add strange things to gussy up their brew, from butter to any mixture of saccharine syrups.

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2024

If you're so inclined, gussy it up with some freshly chopped parsley, tahini and hummus, too.

From Salon • May 8, 2023

The bullying sense of superiority is unmistakable, even when he tries to gussy it up in a mantle of freedom.

From New York Times • Feb. 27, 2023

Dolly Parton is starting an apparel brand for dogs that will let pet owners gussy up their pups just like the legendary country music singer.

From Washington Times • Sep. 1, 2022

“Let’s try it! We’ll just take Miss St. James’s hairbrush and a perfume bottle or two—something to gussy up Theo’s room and make it look as though a young lady lives there.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse