razzmatazz

noun

Definition of razzmatazznext
as in fanfare
noisy and exciting activity meant to attract attention show-business razzmatazz

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Recent Examples of razzmatazz Backed by rapper Pitbull, and with bikes decked in boldly patriotic Stars & Stripes livery, the team looked set to bring All-American-style razzmatazz to motorcycle racing’s international premier class. — Jonathan Hawkins, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2025 Adding to the festive razzmatazz—and unquestionably broadening the appeal of the games—Beyoncé, arguably Houston's most-famous daughter, has been drafted in as the half-time performer during the Ravens-Texans matchup. — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024 Arnault built one of the fashion industry’s largest and most successful companies with his long-term approach and an unwavering commitment to products with innovation, heritage, craftsmanship — and some celebrity razzmatazz — baked in. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 At press conferences, the manufacturers try to outdo one another with razzmatazz presentations as their latest wares make their glitzy debuts before heading out into showrooms around the world. — Stephen Cass, IEEE Spectrum, 27 Oct. 2017 See All Example Sentences for razzmatazz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for razzmatazz
  1. fanfare
  2. pomp
  3. parade
  4. decoration
  5. pageant
  6. pageantry
Noun
  • The decision, announced last week without fanfare, offered no details beyond that broad mandate.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
  • That didn’t mean he wasn’t intimidated by the prospect of putting a new spin on John Steinbeck’s classic novel, particularly one that had already been adapted by Kazan’s grandfather, Elia Kazan, to great fanfare in ‘55.
    — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of fanfare
Noun
  • But for all the pomp and ceremony, China analysts broadly predict the leaders’ personal relationship and policy goals will result in a cautious summit that yields few major deliverables.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The salutation will kick off a three-day visit that's expected to be saturated with pomp, even by White House standards.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of pomp
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  • While the episodic stories reflect the never-ending parade of tourists and partygoers, the show also provides Dennis and Rosa with long-term arcs.
    — Marta Balaga, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
  • One of the players shortlisted during the death parade will be murdered.
    — Alice Burton, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of parade
Noun
  • Panels also featured decorations that included hearts, rainbows, sequins, a Star of David, a chef’s hat, a chorus line of dancers, teddy bears, and a panda.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The question was how much decoration Chloé‘s promise of easy dressing could comfortably carry.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of decoration
Noun
  • They’re then forced to compete in a beauty pageant, wearing lingerie and swimsuits, which Galán considers to be the ultimate motivator.
    — Jolene Edgar, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Desperate to regain her dominance while dazzling pageant recruiter Eloise Amponsah (Tony Award winner Patina Miller), who was Miss Ghana 1966, Paulina launches a campaign to crush Ericka’s spirit and dash her chances in the spotlight.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of pageant
Noun
  • Days after Chinese leader Xi Jinping left Washington having enjoyed a state dinner and a marching band, both sides are still figuring out what the pageantry actually bought them.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Even a few Republican loyalists have recoiled at the extravagant pageantry, seemingly designed to flatter Xi and awe a domestic audience, although the absence of TV cameras at the Rose Garden ceremony undermined that low-ambition objective.
    — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of pageantry

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