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razzle-dazzle
[ raz-uhl-daz-uhl ]
noun
- showiness, brilliance, or virtuosity in technique or effect, often without concomitant substance or worth; flashy theatricality:
The razzle-dazzle of the essay's metaphors cannot disguise its shallowness of thought.
- Chiefly Football. deceptive action typically consisting of a series of complex maneuvers, as a double reverse or hand-off, usually executed in a flashy manner:
a team relying more on power and speed than razzle-dazzle.
- confusion, commotion, or riotous gaiety:
He thrived on the lights, the crowds, the razzle-dazzle of the Las Vegas Strip at night.
adjective
- impressively opulent or decorative, especially in a new way; showy; flashy; eye-catching:
a shopping center lined with razzle-dazzle boutiques.
- energetic, dynamic, or innovative:
razzle-dazzle technology; a razzle-dazzle sales pitch.
razzle-dazzle
/ ˈræzəlˈdæzəl; ˈræzməˈtæz /
noun
- slang.noisy or showy fuss or activity
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of razzle-dazzle1
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of razzle-dazzle1
Example Sentences
And it’s not because he thinks he’s the funniest man to ever hold a microphone, though his shirtless razzle-dazzle and talent for hilarious, heartfelt storytelling has obviously created an empire.
It also affected her shows, which she kept simple with few theatrics and minimal razzle-dazzle.
She emerged in a razzle-dazzle showgirl outfit and instantly missed her spotlight.
Still, from costumes to make-up to ambition, the razzle-dazzle is impressive.
The president-elect and former game show host gave in to his "Apprentice"-honed instincts on Thursday, kicking off a mad dash of Cabinet nominations on Thursday with a bit of razzle-dazzle.
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