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as in new
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
the young artist's converted loft is decorated in a self-consciously mod style
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as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
a chichi boutique for mod dressers with deep pockets
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Recent Examples of mod
Pair this with crisp white bedding for a serene aesthetic, or a geometric pattern to lean into the mod style.
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Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
The mod kitchen, meanwhile, is all blocky white cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Nov. 2025
For players, the potential advantages include a much larger accessible library, the combination of local hardware, cloud, and PC options in a single device, and stronger peripheral and mod support typical of Windows.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The focus on player freedom once again comes into play here through the mod system, which allows for customization of weapons based on items found or crafted while out and about.
—Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
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Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
The mod kitchen, meanwhile, is all blocky white cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Nov. 2025
For players, the potential advantages include a much larger accessible library, the combination of local hardware, cloud, and PC options in a single device, and stronger peripheral and mod support typical of Windows.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The focus on player freedom once again comes into play here through the mod system, which allows for customization of weapons based on items found or crafted while out and about.
—Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod
Adjective
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Tottenham have been awful at home this season, but with the ‘new-manager bounce’ and also the derby energy, the game might be less one-sided than people expect.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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She’ll be given new clothes, Dana assures her.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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During the final episodes of The End of an Era, Taylor Swift received a letter the NFL tight end wrote his now fiancée before her tour came to a close in December of 2024.—
Denise Warner,
Billboard,
23 Dec. 2025
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Together with his now ex-wife Karen, the two built the Cherry Creek Country Club, although Hart insists Karen did most of the work.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
2 Dec. 2025
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This level of coordination effectively marries ancient Chinese martial arts with modern precision engineering.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Analysts say the result could mean more stability for modern day Thailand, which has had three prime ministers in as many years and a 20-year cycle of military coups, violent street protests and paralyzing political instability.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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When the Denver Post offices were downtown, a group of reporters and editors always ran outside to watch.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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Almost everything on this list is directly downtown, with two or so things being a 10- to 15-minute drive away.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
20 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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One of them, Hip Optical, which touts designer eyewear at non-designer prices, opened earlier this year across from the Apple Store and near True Food Kitchen and BJ’s Brewhouse.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
24 May 2024
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The order arrived as a white, non-designer T-shirt, size 2XL.—
Sha Hua,
WSJ,
21 June 2022
Adjective
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Mexican food is hipper than ever.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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It’s crafted with a hip-length fit complete with several stripes on the sleeves and the Adidas logo on the chest, and the foldover collar creates an almost preppy finish.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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This jaw-dropping arts center also hosts plays, dance performances, classical concerts, and contemporary music gigs by major names such as Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, Björk, New Order, Paul Weller, and Lorde.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Priced north of £30 for accessories, up to the mid-hundreds range for dresses, the label occupies an accessible premium space within the contemporary designer market.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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The stylish motel came under new ownership in 2025, now operated by a hospitality group with experience in real estate, finance, and art.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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For more of the most stylish ways to hide clutter in your kitchen, check out our favorites below.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Mod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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