fussy
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Synonyms
crabby, cranky, grouchy, grumpy, querulous
Antonyms
forbearing, long-suffering, patient, stoic (or stoical), tolerant, uncomplaining
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Day 20: Catch some late summer sun and see legendary rocker Patti Smith: Get your ticket today to see punk’s poet laureate and her band rock Riot Fest, the most low-key, least fussy and gently priced of Chicago’s summer music festivals. — Chicago Tribune Staff, chicagotribune.com, "It’s not over yet — here are 25 things you should do in Chicago before the end of summer," 29 Aug. 2019 Since the frock's frilly collar makes a major statement, the star swept her hair back into a simple chignon and left her fussy jewelry at home. — Elana Fishman, Marie Claire, "Dressed to Thrill: Zooey Deschanel in Moschino," 17 Aug. 2011 Made with soft foam that molds to most ear shapes, these earplugs are critical in drowning out the screams of that fussy baby two rows over. — Rachel Tepper Paley, Condé Nast Traveler, "Everything You Need to Make Your Own Business-Class Worthy Dopp Kit," 20 June 2019 Edward Hibbert bided his time as the fussy Narrator before hilariously breaking his reserve. — Los Angeles Times, "Review: ‘Into the Woods’ and stars align in magical night at the Hollywood Bowl," 28 July 2019 Mr Rubin is known for preferring a stripped-back sound, without fussy string arrangements, distracting horns or backing vocals. — G.m., The Economist, "In the studio with Rick Rubin," 26 July 2019 Wicker furniture from Soane carry the pool vibe indoors, while simple ticking stripe upholstery and shiplap walls keep it from feeling overly fussy. — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, "A "She Shed" I Can Get Behind," 10 July 2019 Her children have been fussier these past few days, and the behavioral change has been taxing. — Bianca Sanchez, chicagotribune.com, "As threat of deportation looms, moms at a Little Village church face increased anxiety," 17 July 2019 The key is keeping things streamlined so a strapless bra may be too fussy. — Teen Vogue, "13 One-Shoulder Tops That Won't Give You The Cold Shoulder," 6 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'fussy.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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