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razzle-dazzle

[ raz-uhl-daz-uhl ]

noun

Informal.
  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. confusion, commotion, or riotous gaiety:

    He thrived on the lights, the crowds, the razzle-dazzle of the Las Vegas Strip at night.



adjective

  1. impressively opulent or decorative, especially in a new way; showy; flashy; eye-catching:

    a shopping center lined with razzle-dazzle boutiques.

  2. energetic, dynamic, or innovative:

    razzle-dazzle technology; a razzle-dazzle sales pitch.

razzle-dazzle

/ ˈræzəlˈdæzəl; ˈræzməˈtæz /

noun

  1. slang.
    noisy or showy fuss or activity
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of razzle-dazzle1

First recorded in 1890–95; rhyming compound based on dazzle
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of razzle-dazzle1

C19: rhyming compound based on dazzle
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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.

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It also affected her shows, which she kept simple with few theatrics and minimal razzle-dazzle.

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She emerged in a razzle-dazzle showgirl outfit and instantly missed her spotlight.

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Still, from costumes to make-up to ambition, the razzle-dazzle is impressive.

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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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