splashy
[splash-ee]
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Origin of splashy
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Contemporary Examples
Simeiz, famous for its splashy parties and crowded clubs, looked deserted.
Last week, King Digital Entertainment, the maker of Candy Crush, went public in a splashy initial public offering.
But many felt heartbroken and humiliated watching that television coverage of the splashy celebrations among the Russians.
It was opening night for Britney Spears's splashy new Las Vegas residency, "Piece of Me."
So Anna, you sign on to do a big, splashy, Chuck Lorre sitcom—and then you spend the first five minutes in tears.
Allison Janney and Anna Faris on ‘Mom,’ Girl Crushes, and Charlie Sheen MeltdownsKevin Fallon
September 23, 2013
Historical Examples
It was in his view 'splashy,' and would never get hold of the public.
The Forsyte Saga, CompleteJohn Galsworthy
It was a dark night, the beginning of November, wet and splashy.
Johnny Ludlow, Third SeriesMrs. Henry Wood
But there are other things that like to feel the warm, splashy drops.
The Red Cow and Her FriendsPeter McArthur
The head-sea, in little, splashy waves, began to fill my canoe.
Voyage of the Paper CanoeNathaniel H. Bishop
The staining was not difficult work but the nails made it splashy and we were pretty well spotted when we finished.
How To Write Special Feature ArticlesWillard Grosvenor Bleyer
splashy
- having irregular marks
- informal done to attract attention or make a sensation; showy
- making a splash or splashes
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