variants also a la mode
Definition of à la modenext

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Recent Examples of à la mode Kevin’s former life as a pastry chef in Europe had left him with a love of delicately milky desserts and puzzlement as to why Americans resort, instead, to a la mode. Lauren Joseph, WSJ, 6 Jan. 2023 This sweet fruit tart is delicious a la mode and perfect for summer. Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 28 June 2022 Maine’s sweet plump berries are the star of this quintessential summer treat, which is exceptional on its own or enjoyed a la mode. Megan Murphy, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2021 For dessert, customers can choose pumpkin cheesecake or pecan pie a la mode. Audrey Eads, Dallas News, 12 Nov. 2020 See All Example Sentences for à la mode
Recent Examples of Synonyms for à la mode
Adjective
  • Get the angst out of the games, and the crackpots will move on to some other fashionable cause.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026
  • To avoid looking too casual, try matching them with your jeans for a more fashionable look.
    Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 26 July 2026
Adjective
  • The story may have been embellished by early biographers, but records show that Brunelleschi eventually gained recognition as the exclusive inventor and director of the dome.
    Alicja Zelazko, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026
  • In exclusive conversations with Vanity Fair, key creatives behind the film and recording of the soundtrack say that maybe—just maybe—there’s hope for the album’s release after all.
    Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 July 2026
Adjective
  • The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.
    Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
  • While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.
    Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2020

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“à la mode.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/%C3%A0%20la%20mode. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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