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Dandy

/dˈændi/
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(noun) A man very concerned about his physical appearance, refined language, and leisurely hobbies, pursued with the appearance of nonchalance in a cult of self.

Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker.
He was a funny little man, a great dandy, but wonderfully clever.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Candy is ____, but liquor is quicker.

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