frills

Example Sentences

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That’s the smaller dinosaur that’s got the big, colorful frills on the side of its head.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

Less-expensive items meant fewer frills, often store brands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The Brigitte Bardot Foundation told French news agency AFP that the private burial will be "no frills" and "without fuss", in keeping with her spirit.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

"We'll celebrate at home, modestly, with no frills," she said.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

I tip my palm at each of them—it’s at the level of the frills on his pants.

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini