beautiful people

American

plural noun

(often initial capital letters) wealthy or famous people, often members of the jet set, who mingle in glamorous social circles and who, because of their celebrity, often establish trends or fashions.

beautiful people British

plural noun

(sometimes capitals) rich, fashionable people in international high society

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Etymology

Origin of beautiful people

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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Treat broccoli like a beautiful bouquet of flowers sent from a secret admirer.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2022

I picked flowers from my garden and delivered them to her in a beautiful bouquet which she enjoyed.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 14, 2022

Take a cue from Cher Horowitz in “Clueless” and send yourself a beautiful bouquet and candy on Feb. 14.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2021

She even gave me a beautiful bouquet of flowers.”

From Fox News • Apr. 22, 2020

“Hey. I’m alive,” I say, my eyes widening as they land on the beautiful bouquet of flowers still on my side table.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott

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