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noun

chiefly Scottish

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Recent Examples of nappy
Noun
There are plenty of dirty nappies at the minute, so we’re being kept quite busy! George Caulkin, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024 The results are wondrous: a delightfully discordant fever dream that covers high fashion nappies, boots inspired by André Courrèges, and a puff-sleeve wedding dress suggesting both restriction and a strange kind of freedom. Liam Hess, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024 And what is more Rich Mom than a Bottega clutch bag big enough for nappies, wet wipes and a handful of Fenty beauty products? Alex Kessler, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2023 At the same time, the urban population growth was spurring a massive increase in the use of non-recyclable waste products, including tons of disposable nappies. Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023 Diaper blowouts and other incredibly smelly nappies are a part of caring for a baby. Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 26 July 2023 The idea of finding any way to repurpose these nappies ought to be applauded. Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023 This nappy is another all-in-one option, providing several snaps to suit most little swimmers up to 2 years old. Bridget Degnan, Parents, 15 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nappy
Adjective
  • Her head is bracketed by puffy, white noise-cancelling headphones.
    Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Beside him was Greg’s mother, her eyes red and puffy.
    John Blake, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Even as Trump and other Republicans have threatened some of that coverage, Kennedy has remained mum.
    Aleccia Washington, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
  • However, Badenoch remained mum about any new policy positions during the selection process.
    Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • In the video, Queen Bey takes some major sartorial inspiration from the great Pamela Anderson, which shows her in a platinum blonde wig, reclining in a Baywatch-esque swimsuit, and even sporting an approximation of Anderson’s iconic pink fluffy hat.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Renovated in 2021 to become fully carbon neutral and solar powered, the airy cafe attracts visitors and locals alike for sumptuous sandwiches like slow roasted pork on fluffy baguette and cauliflower, pesto and ricotta on focaccia.
    Anna Haines, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Each beer comes one of three ways: hladinka, a traditional pour with a thick head; šnyt, which features more than half foam-to-beer ratio; or mlíko, which is mostly foam with a sliver of beer.
    Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Meanwhile, young, social-media-savvy artists like Gavin Adcock are building both images and loyal followings online by pounding beers and talking smack.
    Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Mature king penguins have four total layers of feathers—three downy inner layers, topped by an oily waterproof outer layer.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
  • That said, Beatty’s portrayal of the harried, discursive, libidinous George is irresistible even without context, as is the performance given by a young Goldie Hawn, who illuminates every frame—and perfectly counteracts Beatty—with blonde California light, and a heart-melting, downy innocence.
    Vogue, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2024
Noun
  • Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Third Space Brewing might have found its new top-tasting beer after Pretty Good amber ale won gold at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver over the weekend.
    Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 17 Oct. 2024
  • While strange, the yeast performed well, producing a drinkable golden ale with a subtle spice and fruitiness.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Sofia’s haircut is an early sign of her rebellion; a shaggy mullet that calls back to Jane Fonda in the 1970s thriller Klute.
    Gavia Baker-Whitelaw, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Add the honey to granola for a tantalizing edge, and use the syrup to brush atop cakes or amp up a cocktail.
    Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Funke’s devoted following equals a tough reservation but bar seating and of course, picture-perfect cocktails available too.
    Kathy A. McDonald, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024

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