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gaudy

[gaw-dee] / ˈgɔ di /


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The fuss over the gaudy lawn sculpture seemed to delight the President, who suggested he’d maybe make it permanent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

He probably does think slapping his name on a gaudy structure will be enough to overcome the historical record of his failures.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

Investors are suddenly very nervous about the gaudy sums tech giants are spending on AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Between Raton, N.M., and Trinidad, Colo., amid a gaudy sunset, we crept past a herd of elk, then plunged into a tunnel.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

“The guys are big, muscular, wear gaudy jewelry and belt buckles big enough to eat their lunch off of.”

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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