bougie

Example Sentences

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How could anyone treasure something so gauche in this bougie travel era of lie-flat seats and $1,000 a night hotels, right?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Jeannine Souza, a self-described bougie traveler, used to avoid Spirit because of its no-frills reputation.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Gou would have felt equally at home playing in Grand Slam Oval, a patch which feels like an Ibiza beach club throughout the tournament due to a thumping sound system and bougie lounge bars.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

There are bakeries for dogs and even luxury boutiques for all your bougie little baby’s every need.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 2025

“You’re cool, Georgia, but your family is bougie as hell,” I say.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi