Example Sentences

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Braggadocious, maybe—but tastefully free of rocket ship emojis.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“Meticulously restored and tastefully updated, the home honors its architectural heritage while offering modern amenities including a screening room, wine cellar, pool, oversized steam room, and a state-of-the-art sound system,” the description continues.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

It helped the recruiting effort that the photos were tastefully done.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

Other area codes must settle for a tastefully decorated ranch far beyond New York’s city limits, like the one Nathan Lane’s Bunny Schneiderman shares with his mother in Palm Springs on “Mid-Century Modern.”

From Salon • May 29, 2025

He was dressed in his typical school uniform: khaki slacks, blue blazer, button-down shirt, and tastefully striped tie.

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein