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raffish

[raf-ish] / ˈræf ɪʃ /


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But Declan’s turf is the raffish seaside town of Blackpool, home to cheeky postcards and stand-up comedians.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

Smoking in a raffish suit like a film noir baddie with a shock of red hair ready to torch the world, Noble’s Richard employs a dusky, ironic voice to flaying effect.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 26, 2026

Now combined into a single storefront, the current retail space retains raffish details of its liquor-store days, including a retro red-and-blue neon sign and period gilt window lettering advertising cognacs and cordials.

From Seattle Times Aug. 28, 2022

It happened in a tournament of 53 teams, at a time when the selection process seemed much more raffish and maybe even beery.

From Washington Post Mar. 17, 2022

In the village street St. Toirdealbhach was waiting to receive the convoy, a raffish Silenus supported by four small boys.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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