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a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
when deconstructionism became the dernier cri in literary criticism
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Recent Examples of dernier cri
But here, the couple dove in joyously and with abandon: Their kitchen could stand as Gambrel’s dernier cri.
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Nancy Hass, ELLE Decor, 16 Oct. 2019
Nancy Hass, ELLE Decor, 16 Oct. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dernier cri
Noun
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The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 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
Noun
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Information across those categories was weighted and cross-referenced with data from global organizations like World Bank, IMF, OECD, and Global Peace Index, as well as proprietary trends data from Henley & Partners.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Wellness retreats are one of 2026’s biggest luxury travel trends, but a getaway built around yoga, hot springs or meditation does not have to drain your savings.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
Noun
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In New York City, Millie Bobby Brown co-hosts The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon amid Stranger Things season 5 craze, and Blake Lively embraces Tom Felton in his Draco Malfoy costume backstage at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
8 Dec. 2025
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South Park even did an episode in October mocking the craze.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Broadcom shares hit an all-time high during Monday's trading session after the emergence of another encouraging sign that the company's custom chips are all the rage on the AI scene.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
8 Dec. 2025
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Consider how collateralized mortgage bonds bundled with other debt was all the rage 20 years ago — with disastrous results.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
7 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Since this view fell out of vogue in Western philosophy, even articulating the connection between consciousness and human welfare has presented a challenge, which AI compounds.—
Tharin Pillay,
Time,
15 June 2026
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And saving money is always en vogue.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
Noun
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For much of her defining run, Lizzo was emblematic of an idyllic extramusical experiment, her songs a wellspring for yas queen enthusiasm.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
16 June 2026
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Exercise can build social connections Sharon Ruff, 81, was attracted to Santos’ classes by the eclectic mix of music, and loves the instructor’s energy and enthusiasm.—
Donna Blankinship,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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What were Richard Ramirez’s last words?—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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Kristen asks the chefs for any last words before the judges decide who will move on to the finale.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
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“Dernier cri.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dernier%20cri. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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