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as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
au courant filmgoers have dismissed Hollywood's latest effects-laden actioner as so last year
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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
glossy magazines full of reed-thin models in au courant outfits
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as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
doctors try to stay au courant with the latest advances in medicine
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Recent Examples of au courant
The ultimate winner in that race might actually be Daniel Bruhl, as a flashy nepo baby collector whose own eagerness to appear cool and au courant is easily manipulated by art-world fast-talkers like Marianne.
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 26 Jan. 2026
Spanning from the late short story writer Eudora Welty to the more au courant Zendaya, the portraits were also snapshots of time.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Sure, there's more to the neighborhood than just gay bars then and now: cultural establishments like the Village Vanguard jazz bar and the Church of St. Luke in the Fields; taverns and theaters over a century old; the chic shops and au courant restaurants on Charles, Jane, Perry, and the like.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2025
Then there’s new Italian builder Nerea, which has given its NY series a more au courant presentation.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 26 Jan. 2026
Spanning from the late short story writer Eudora Welty to the more au courant Zendaya, the portraits were also snapshots of time.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Sure, there's more to the neighborhood than just gay bars then and now: cultural establishments like the Village Vanguard jazz bar and the Church of St. Luke in the Fields; taverns and theaters over a century old; the chic shops and au courant restaurants on Charles, Jane, Perry, and the like.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2025
Then there’s new Italian builder Nerea, which has given its NY series a more au courant presentation.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for au courant
Adjective
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The now 22-year-old, who grew up in Westfield, New Jersey, shared a now-viral clip from the first episode of her cooking show Cooking with Ley Ley Shea on her TikTok.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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All of the world’s greatest golfers combined are boring compared to Tiger and his now Elvis-like descent.—
Mac Engel
April 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Massive modern skyscrapers dominate the horizon, complemented by fashionable retail outlets.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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From its round neck and hem to its striped fabric, there are a few things that elevate this Automet top from a basic tee to a fashionable find.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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The hotel takes care to make sure guests feel acquainted with Lisbon, leaving its own handy city guide—which has plenty of original tips—in each room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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And while renewed public attention to these issues is welcome, my work has kept me long acquainted with the fact that these concerns are not novel.—
Kevin A. Sabet,
STAT,
1 Apr. 2026
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When the city was founded in 1839 as the capital of the Republic of Texas, planner Edwin Waller laid out what’s now downtown Austin.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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What space the library does have is overwhelmingly downtown.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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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
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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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The strongest version of the precious metals IRA discussion centers on structure and informed evaluation.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The tools, built on data from past purchases, preferences and browsing behavior, will enable associates to provide more informed and engaging service tailored to individual customers.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The designer’s journey began in 1965 with a role at the label Paraphernalia, one of Britain’s then-hippest boutiques.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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The hotel falls under the umbrella of Duro Hospitality, one of Dallas’s hippest restaurant groups.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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And yet, here comes along Björk, not just cutting a stylish figure in the ensemble on a red carpet, but basically raving in it.—
Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
8 May 2026
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Modern Vienna is a thriving metropolis with a stylish centre.—
Jaymi McCann,
TheWeek,
8 May 2026
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“Au courant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/au%20courant. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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