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noun

Definition of ballyhoosnext
plural of ballyhoo
as in disturbances
a state of noisy, confused activity it turned out that the ballyhoo was the result of a movie being filmed on the street

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ballyhoos

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verb

present tense third-person singular of ballyhoo
1
as in announces
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively that reviewer always ballyhoos any book by one of his pet authors

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2
as in promotes
to provide publicity for the TV networks usually spend the summer months ballyhooing their new fall shows

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  1. disturbances
  2. announces
  3. promotes
  4. sells
  5. advertises
  6. noises
  7. fun
Noun
  • The problem, then, is that generative AI knows how to write discourses perfectly without generating disturbances.
    Juan Isaza, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Can a synthetic interviewee say the absurd is a very valuable element in generating disturbances in discourse?
    Juan Isaza, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of disturbances
Verb
  • Lastly, Chanel announces Lake Como, Italy, as the location for its 2025 resort show.
    Essence, Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The company also announces $5 million in seed funding, led by Day One Ventures, with participation from Y Combinator, Long Journey Ventures and a group of founders.
    Dasha Shunina, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of announces
Verb
  • Enjoying undisturbed sleep also promotes muscle and tissue growth and recovery, so has been helpful for reducing some of my skin issues and helping with post-workout recovery.
    Devinder Bains, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Creating a safe space that allows children to share the unvarnished truth without fear of punishment promotes frequent, open communication.
    Kimanzi Constable, Parents, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of promotes
Verb
  • Costco, which sells 1 oz gold bars via its website, reports that customers have been buying the bars at a rate of $100 million per month.
    Christopher Helman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The show is a foundational aspect of the narrative podcast genre and has become a brand that tours the world and sells merchandise to fans.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of sells
Verb
  • Caterham advertises a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h) and a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of less than four seconds.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
  • This is another strong contender for a hypoallergenic and machine-washable choice, and advertises itself as a prime choice for hot sleepers and warmer months.
    Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 Oct. 2024
Definition of advertises
Noun
  • The attic emits cooing noises at night.
    Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2024
  • As prey animals, they can be easily startled and stressed by the loud noises and fast, uncoordinated movements typical of excited kids.
    Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of noises
Noun
  • The Trump campaign staff members seemed to be having a lot more fun than the Democrats in the room.
    Jess Bidgood, New York Times, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Weddings, baby showers, graduations, birthdays, anniversaries are all a bit more fun with balloons.
    Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of fun
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