the jet set

noun

somewhat old-fashioned
: wealthy people who often travel to different parts of the world

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The film propelled Brigitte Bardot to international stardom and Saint-Tropez, the location of the movie, became the seductive new playground of the jet set — a reputation that still holds today. Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 So the popularity of Le Sirenuse, a five-star hotel, was almost a given among the jet set seeking la dolce vita. Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026 Blending style with luxury, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection partnered with iconic Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz to reimagine its pool and lounge spaces, introducing styles befitting the jet set crowd. Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2026 The legendary American photographer, known for chronicling the jet set at play, counted Cortina among his favorite haunts—alongside Santa Barbara and the Bahamas. Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the jet set

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“The jet set.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20jet%20set. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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