as in loud
excessively showy
the razzle-dazzle floor show is simply further evidence that Las Vegas doesn't go in for understatement
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Recent Examples of razzle-dazzle
Brian Fabry, Boston Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
The nothing-to-lose Saints called a razzle-dazzle gadget play.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Turns out, the razzle-dazzle of the industry can blind just about anyone.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2025
Select partners who value resilience over razzle-dazzle.
—Scott Alldridge, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for razzle-dazzle
Noun
Mixed in between was a razzle-dazzle fake punt from their own 19-yard line, as quarterback Sullivan Daron finished things with a 31-yard touchdown pass over the top of the Dragons’ secondary to freshman Jackson Rao.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for razzle-dazzle
Adjective
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Their noise got loudest at night when the city became quiet.—
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Sports radio can be loud and raucous, blaring with bluster and bellowing.—
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The dazzle and glimmer of an elaborate holiday light display is a sure way to elevate your spirit this season.—
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It's always got a certain dazzle to it.—
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Simons also emphasized that December jobs data are among the noisiest of the year and should not be over-interpreted.—
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And then there is the noisy parade of vehicles passing nearby on their way to who knows what?—
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The impulse will be toward heat-seeking virality, not pomp and pageantry.—
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Wrestlers ranging from 5 years old to adults swirled all around, adding to the pomp and pageantry.—
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Scott’s performance in 2025 hasn’t been flashy.—
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According to the founders, the goal was not to create a flashy robotic spectacle but a functional tool that integrates seamlessly into hospitality operations.—
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But a few weeks ago, one resident decided to look past the spectacle.—
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The Mather Overlook, situated along the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive, is a great place to stop and admire the nighttime spectacle.—
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The twice-nightly Path of History Tour delves beautifully into the hotel's past and glitzy guest roster but is often fully booked a day or two in advance, so do yourself a favor and ask about securing a spot during check-in.—
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After more than five decades helming the $1 trillion holding company, Buffett has witnessed professionals without glitzy Ivy League degrees succeed.—
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The series, which garnered extreme fanfare for years, remains one of the most vital shows for Gen Z, showcasing a family living in Staten Island with connections to the mafia.—
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Nissan has decided to end production of its Versa compact sedan, ending a two-decade-long run for a car that was launched with great fanfare.—
Cite this Entry
“Razzle-dazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razzle-dazzle. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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