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Recent Examples of frumpish
In short, the frumpish foursome were suggesting that holders of the top judicial office, current and former, tried to influence justice by shunting cases towards particular judges.
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The Economist, 18 Jan. 2018
The Economist, 18 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frumpish
Adjective
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Dry Goods and its sibling stores, Wild Life and Workshop, had music from former first lady of France Carla Bruni playing over the stereo and were heavy on Belgian and Japanese lines that were equal parts luxurious (silk) and frumpy (boxy).—
Marisa Meltzer,
Vanity Fair,
28 Apr. 2026
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These Levi Strauss jeans have a high-rise fit that’s relaxed without looking frumpy, plus they’re made from a slightly stretchy denim blend for extra comfort.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These interactions may strike federal prosecutors as unbecoming.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Another former aide said that quiet guidance shared among female staffers focused on behavior that is legal, but nevertheless viewed as unprofessional and unbecoming of members of Congress — a line that has prevented many from speaking out publicly.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As a child, Salinas spent countless hours in his father’s sooty workshop, watching him transform unshapely metal into useful objects.—
Elisabeth Biondi,
The New Yorker,
9 Oct. 2019
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“Frumpish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frumpish. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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