as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
when deconstructionism became the dernier cri in literary criticism
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of dernier cri
But here, the couple dove in joyously and with abandon: Their kitchen could stand as Gambrel’s dernier cri.
—
Nancy Hass, ELLE Decor, 16 Oct. 2019
Nancy Hass, ELLE Decor, 16 Oct. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dernier cri
Noun
-
The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
-
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
-
Sergeant Ashley Smith, a police officer of 16 years, published a TikTok video about the troubling criminal trend.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
-
While complexion trends may be in their dewy era, there's still something to be said for a great powder foundation—especially on hot, sticky summer days.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Noun
-
The corporate world's intense focus on sustainability reporting, a 2023 priority, has rapidly evaporated, replaced by the latest AI craze.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
-
The ranch craze is just one example of how international visitors have embraced American culture during the World Cup.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
Noun
-
But any cathartic rage is diffused by the one-dimensionality of the characters meant to express it.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
-
Like historically pissed off, in this customer-rage sense.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
19 June 2026
Noun
-
And saving money is always en vogue.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
-
That’s a big reason why the idea of retooling on the fly has become more en vogue, with the Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins (among others) recently pursuing paths that didn’t rely on bottoming out.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Noun
-
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
-
The Tartan Army of 2026 has journeyed to America with similar enthusiasm, and unrealistic expectations have been loaded upon the shoulders of McTominay.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
16 June 2026
Noun
-
The national battle over congressional control has officially arrived on New York’s doorstep, and the Empire State’s voters may have the definitive last word.—
Jeffrey M. Wice,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
-
What were Richard Ramirez’s last words?—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Dernier cri.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dernier%20cri. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
