classy
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Eighty five goals later, he remains the central figure of Thomas Tuchel's side, the classy captain that can always be relied upon for a match-winning performance.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
If you want a classy premium SUV with a conventional gas powertrain, priced under $100,000, the GV80 is kind of a shoo-in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026
The biggest comedy stars in the world will be performing a mix of stand-up, variety show antics and God knows what else, dressed in classy formal wear you don’t often see at a comedy show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026
"As a wee boy, you knew it was classy," he said.
From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2026
“So what’s our next move? Do we keep it classy? Or do we blast everyone’s newsfeeds with kissing selfies?”
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
“Something that’s a little bit classier, that isn’t sticky when you put your arms on the bar,” she says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2025
The second was an altogether classier affair, with Andy Rinomhota's delightful lofted pass glancing the head of Leeds centre-back Diego Llorente before reaching Ojo, who chested the ball before finishing smartly on the turn.
From BBC ● Jan. 8, 2023
They complain that some playwrights, like Pinter, got the classier adjectival ending “-esque” even as they each wound up with “-ian.”
From New York Times ● Sep. 30, 2022
“The owner is really named Chester, but he thought it sounded classier in French.”
From Washington Post ● Aug. 25, 2022
Yes; I'll buy me a ring and call myself Mrs. Dale; I guess I'll say Mrs. Robert Dale; Robert's a classier name than George.
From The Vehement Flame by Deland, Margaret Wade Campbell
John Stones remains England's classiest and most experienced defender, but will he be available?
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
"He's like the Darth Vader compared to two of the classiest acts we've seen play tennis -- Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer," he said.
From Barron's ● Jan. 31, 2026
“So sad to hear of Tony’s passing. Without doubt the classiest singer, man, and performer you will ever see. He’s irreplaceable. I loved and adored him. Condolences to Susan, Danny and the family.”
From Washington Times ● Jul. 21, 2023
When told he was charged with Class E felonies, Trump said, “I commit only the classiest felonies.”
From Slate ● Apr. 7, 2023
“This is just about the classiest bathroom I've ever seen.”
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
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