def

slang
as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment of the rappers on the scene, he was definitely the most def

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Adjective
  • The now 16-year-old female reticulated giraffe was born in Germany as part of a European breeding program, and has shown signs of respiratory distress for much of her life, the organization said.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
  • The now 26-year-old superstar was coming off a trip to the NBA Finals and leading the league in scoring.
    Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • So the downtown Asian staple moved into a ghost kitchen 13 miles away in Meridian.
    Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 11 Aug. 2025
  • A day of concerts continued as planned in the downtown Milwaukee park July 12.
    Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 13 July 2025
Adjective
  • Speaking of which, the neighborhood—considered one of Chicago’s hippest—is a cultural hub with renowned restaurants, funky cafes and trendy bars.
    Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Place your feet hip-width apart and elbows shoulder-width apart.
    Mallory Creveling, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Or, keep scrolling to see other stylish toiletry bags available from Quince.
    Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Ebern Designs Propane Fire Pit Extend patio season through fall and winter with this stylish fire pit.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
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“Def.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/def. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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