as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
a chic new hairstyle that makes her look very sophisticated
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
mockumentaries are the latest filmmaking chic
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Recent Examples of chic
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
The beige-and-black contrast feels timeless, polished, and unmistakably chic—exactly the kind of shoe that pairs seamlessly with tailored trousers, straight-leg jeans, or a simple maxi dress.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 2 Apr. 2026
As Xander Harris, Brendon helped usher in geek chic of the ‘90s.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Despite her very chic crowd, Oklou seemed like the coolest girl in the room.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
The beige-and-black contrast feels timeless, polished, and unmistakably chic—exactly the kind of shoe that pairs seamlessly with tailored trousers, straight-leg jeans, or a simple maxi dress.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
Where to Stay Hotel Crosby leans into Northwoods-meets-industrial chic, with cozy wood accents and unique room layouts that take inspiration from Stillwater's logging history.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 2 Apr. 2026
As Xander Harris, Brendon helped usher in geek chic of the ‘90s.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chic
Adjective
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Quilted jackets are stylish, both lightweight and insulated, easy to layer, and conveniently packable, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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This two-piece strikes the right balance between casual and stylish.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Lucky Step Ballet Fashion Sneakers These are a fun, budget-friendly take on the ballet sneaker trend that feels thoughtfully designed.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Speaking on a recent analyst call, Dimon also pointed to some easing in underwriting standards across the market, noting that the trend extends beyond private credit.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Featuring bolder, thicker spots at the top and more refined, micro specks down the skirt, this mini dress makes all-day, fashionable wear easier than ever.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2026
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While personal fans have been a fashionable accessory since before the Victorian era, the category has been stifled by a lack of innovation for a while.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
18 Apr. 2026
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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These latests features are designed for enterprises who want to integrate their AI technology with either existing Salesforce data or even their own data.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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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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But the play, in its effort to attract audiences, focuses on his support for Palestinians, which is very much in vogue among theater goers.—
Alan M. Dershowitz,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Cozy crime is in vogue internationally and the show has been well received.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Quaint fishing villages made the Outer Banks an international tourist destination, and one of the most famous of these hamlets has unveiled a plan to defy North Carolina’s coastal redevelopment craze.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Collins compared the craze about sub packages to Chick-fil-A; the fast-food chain has a smaller menu, but continues to grow.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Invictus Games are a Paralympic-style competition for wounded and recovering service members and veterans from around the world.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Your graceful style helps people open up, while clear boundaries stop you from overgiving to keep the peace.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Chic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chic. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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