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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
The foundation of the singer-songwriter’s outfit was a mod Fleur du Mal mini dress (Long Sleeve Flared Corset Dress, $495).
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Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2024
The company credited its year-on-year success to its creators, including mod developers, in-game app designers, and website private server operators for major titles such as Valorant, League of Legends, Fortnite, Dota 2, World of Warcraft, Rainbow Six Siege, and Minecraft.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These are priced between $2 and $10, and mod authors take home at least 50% of the revenue generated.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Additionally, in the 1960s, anyone donning the mod aesthetic (perhaps, most famously, Twiggy) was no stranger to a mini dress with bright opaque tights.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
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Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2024
The company credited its year-on-year success to its creators, including mod developers, in-game app designers, and website private server operators for major titles such as Valorant, League of Legends, Fortnite, Dota 2, World of Warcraft, Rainbow Six Siege, and Minecraft.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These are priced between $2 and $10, and mod authors take home at least 50% of the revenue generated.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Additionally, in the 1960s, anyone donning the mod aesthetic (perhaps, most famously, Twiggy) was no stranger to a mini dress with bright opaque tights.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod
Adjective
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Click here to sign up for a new account and receive your choice of $150 in bonus bets or a $1,000 first bet safety net offer.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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The largest provisions in the legislation would extend expiring tax cuts and create a few new ones, and a dramatic increasing in spending on border security.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
29 June 2025
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So after an uneven 2024 (5.19 ERA in 22 relief appearances), Rolison returned to Oxford, Miss., with his now fiancée — the couple will marry in January — determined to abandon regret.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
14 May 2025
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Coney Barrett immediately pulled out a copy of the restraining order, which forbids Rahimi from coming near his now ex-girlfriend or her daughter.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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Despite introducing the modern world to Nintendo games with 1981’s arcade classic, the great ape was quickly sidelined in favor of making Mario a star.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
1 July 2025
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The sandals had a sleek, modern and striking appearance due to their vibrant color and minimalist design.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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The downtown Mexican restaurant, which opened on Blake Street in 1999 and moved to 1745 Wazee St. in 2022, is getting a slightly different name and menu.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
27 June 2025
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The Shark Tank had to be downtown, so downtown had to get bigger.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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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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It was seen as the hipper, edgier alternative to entrenched establishment clubs like Annabel’s and White’s.—
Gary Baum,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2024
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These looks feel decidedly cooler and hipper than your standard suit, which can often read too buttoned-up or formal for a more casual outing.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2023
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Throughout the month, additional performances including international film screenings, dance (contemporary and classical), and hands-on ARTtalks—plus competitions, exhibitions, and free community events will be held.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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Unlike his contemporary, the science fiction author Jules Verne, who imagined a technologically facilitated journey to the Moon, Flammarion preferred a type of spiritual journey.—
Matthew Shindell,
Space.com,
29 June 2025
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Its sporty yet stylish design pairs well with both casual and dressier outfits.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
7 July 2025
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Combining sophisticated calf leather with the brand’s signature canvas, the bag is effortlessly stylish and functional.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 July 2025
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“Mod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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