curlicue vs spiff up

curlicue

verb
  • To make or adorn (something) with curlicues, or as if with curlicues. 

noun
  • A fancy twisting or curling shape usually made from a series of spirals and loops. 

spiff up

verb
  • to decorate or otherwise make more attractive. 

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