adjective
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having irregular marks
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informal done to attract attention or make a sensation; showy
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making a splash or splashes
Other Word Forms
- splashily adverb
- splashiness noun
Etymology
Origin of splashy
Example Sentences
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With renewed determination, at least on Duane’s part, the two explorers followed the river upstream in the hope of finding a less splashy way across it.
From Literature
Figma’s shares soared 250% in a debut so splashy that bankers came under pressure for leaving money on the table by underpricing it.
Hill, a splashy trade acquisition, had consecutive seasons of over 1,700 receiving yards.
In February 2013, the Motion Picture and Television Fund hosted its splashy fundraising gala “The Night Before” at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
From Los Angeles Times
In the months leading up to the launch, there were a half-dozen splashy events at the White House announcing new MFN deals.
From MarketWatch
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