as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
that year the yellow tie was the fashion accessory du jour for ambitious male executives
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Recent Examples of du jour
Go For a Natural Flush The shades du jour are meant to be much more flattering on your own natural lip color tone, such as rose pinks, dusty mauves, and blurred berries.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2025
Where album sales were the revenue engine du jour, the Dead made their living on live shows.
—Brian Halligan, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025
Square-toe boots have ebbed and flowed in popularity over the years, but seem to be the look du jour this fall, at least according to Hollywood.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 22 Nov. 2025
Jessica McCormack has proven herself the jeweler du jour among the celebrity set, from Zoë Kravitz and Dakota Johnson’s red carpet accessories to Zendaya’s engagement ring.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2025
Where album sales were the revenue engine du jour, the Dead made their living on live shows.
—Brian Halligan, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025
Square-toe boots have ebbed and flowed in popularity over the years, but seem to be the look du jour this fall, at least according to Hollywood.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 22 Nov. 2025
Jessica McCormack has proven herself the jeweler du jour among the celebrity set, from Zoë Kravitz and Dakota Johnson’s red carpet accessories to Zendaya’s engagement ring.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for du jour
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Nights out in Florence called for a more sophisticated look than what’s common in American cities, making a classic black blazer the best option for looking put-together and fashionable.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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The death of the activist Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an immigration agent has been justified on the right in a fashionable tone of detachment.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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As clips and screenshots circulated online, fans couldn’t resist chiming in — some applauding the glam game-day outfit, others offering hot takes and pop-culture comparisons of their own.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Movies were the hottest pop-culture phenomenon going, hotter even than rock and roll.—
Lili Anolik,
Vanity Fair,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The local brewery sponsored last fall’s Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Home Brew Competition, and the top team was invited to Grains and Taps to brew a large batch of their most popular beer.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Today, Pimblett is a slightly bigger favorite, coming in at -225 over Gaethje, who is currently listed as the +190 betting underdog.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Keep reading to shop our favorite pairs starting at $23.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 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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Unitree confirmed that the G1 is designed as a compact, foldable humanoid focused on affordability and scalability, while the larger H2 targets industrial applications.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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In Europe, where Panattoni has operated for around 20 years, the platform spans 15 countries through 36 offices and has been the region's largest developer for eight consecutive years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Du jour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/du%20jour. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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