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finery in dress, especially when showy, gaudy, or the like
Explanation
Frippery is flashy finery that's sure to draw attention — for better or worse. The word can refer to clothing loaded with ruffles, jewels, or other details that may be more showy than tasteful. But don't let labels stand in your way, because frippery can be fun!
Example: She arrived at the gala wearing unnecessary frippery that distracted from her natural elegance.
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To fainaigue is to dodge work or shirk a responsibility. It suggests more than ordinary procrastination, since a person who fainaigues may rely on excuses or clever maneuvering to escape the task altogether. Of course, devising the perfect excuse can become almost as much of a chore as simply getting the job done.
Example: Sam always tries to fainaigue by disappearing whenever it is time to clean the kitchen.
