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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
Employ mod elements Midcentury-modern furnishings tend to have a lot of attitude, and a chiminea—that is, a freestanding outdoor fireplace—with a sleek design is absolutely perfect for making a stylish statement in an outdoor space without requiring a big footprint to accommodate.
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Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Marriott, who almost set up a band with good friend David Bowie, became a mod style icon and Small Faces had a string of hits first as a rock and roll group and then as a pyschedelic band.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
Attachments are the perks of Hugh’s suit, including thrusters, mod slots and the Overdrive Protocol, a sort of ultimate move that builds over time and hacks enemies around the two.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026
There’s a noticeable veneer on each song that points to the use of analog recording equipment, and even the album covers are a nod to the mod subculture.
—Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Marriott, who almost set up a band with good friend David Bowie, became a mod style icon and Small Faces had a string of hits first as a rock and roll group and then as a pyschedelic band.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
Attachments are the perks of Hugh’s suit, including thrusters, mod slots and the Overdrive Protocol, a sort of ultimate move that builds over time and hacks enemies around the two.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026
There’s a noticeable veneer on each song that points to the use of analog recording equipment, and even the album covers are a nod to the mod subculture.
—Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod
Adjective
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Students at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill designed and 3D-printed a new version of the vuvuzela, the loud plastic horn that became infamous during past international soccer tournaments.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Morgan and Tilis have other potential extensions to sort out over the next few months, as cornerback Mike Jackson and quarterback Bryce Young are among potential candidates for new deals.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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The now 22-year-old, who grew up in Westfield, New Jersey, shared a now-viral clip from the first episode of her cooking show Cooking with Ley Ley Shea on her TikTok.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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All of the world’s greatest golfers combined are boring compared to Tiger and his now Elvis-like descent.—
Mac Engel
April 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Walk through a gallery of bronze busts immortalizing the game's greatest players and learn about the evolution of the game from the days of leather helmets to modern gear.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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That's far lower than the traditional 90-day window, and significantly lower than the more modern 45-day barrier.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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The result is a mix of old-school hotel bars, downtown Italian institutions and buzzy French bistros — the kinds of places where A-listers tend to turn up again and again.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 May 2026
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The event will feature local artisans selling handmade, original goods while also encouraging patrons to support downtown small businesses, according to a news release.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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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
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This bar from longtime SF bar vet David Ruiz is worth the trek out to Marin County’s hippest little town, Fairfax, where the single main street is lined with live music venues.—
Virginia Miller,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 June 2026
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The neighborhood/area The fabulous and the HNWIs descend on Punta del Este, South America’s hippest destination, every summer, spreading out among the satellite towns of La Barra, Manantiales, and José Ignacio between late December and March.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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The otherwise contemporary firm HOK’s interpretation features a row of square columns bookended by two bulky, mausoleum-like volumes — a kind of architectural equivalent to armored power shoulders.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Listing agent Susan Richards-Slavik of Coldwell Banker Realty said the result is transportive, especially in a foothill luxury market where Tuscan-style and contemporary homes dominate.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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All the restaurants were bustling during my April stay with a mix of stylish locals and visitors, many from China’s megacities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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In addition to slip-on clogs and sandals, Birkenstock also produces stylish and supportive sneakers like the Bend Low sneakers, which boast cork and polyurethane (PU) midsoles that deliver top-tier shock absorption.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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“Mod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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