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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 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.
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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
But with these patches including the recent addition of official mod support, the developers have left the game in the best place for the community to continue the adventure without them.
—Ash Parrish, The Verge, 27 Nov. 2024
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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
But with these patches including the recent addition of official mod support, the developers have left the game in the best place for the community to continue the adventure without them.
—Ash Parrish, The Verge, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod
Adjective
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Available beginning May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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In addition to offering previously unattainable data rates, Wi-Fi 7 will employ new technologies to reduce latency, increase network capacity, and boost efficiency.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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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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According to Young, Sophy acted as family therapist and mediator during Young’s 2021 divorce from his now ex-wife Nicole.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
27 Mar. 2025
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His visit is a divergence from the tradition among modern U.S. presidents to visit Mexico or Canada during their first foreign trip, which comes after his administration levied tariffs against the neighboring nations early in his term.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Cosby is a gifted novelist whose passionate writing about the modern South has garnered him much critical praise and the admiration of President Obama.—
Chris Vognar,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 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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Brian Hopkins, 2nd, whose ward includes Streeterville, responded by calling (not for the first time) for moving the existing 10 p.m. curfew for minors who are downtown without an accompanying adult back to 8 p.m.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 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
Adjective
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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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Grace, in contemporary internet parlance, often means forgiveness.—
Dorothy Fortenberry,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2025
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Dialogue from ancient Greek Socratic dialogues to contemporary mentorships enables learners to understand intricate concepts while sharpening their thinking abilities and expanding their comprehension.—
AyoOluwa Nihinlola,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Lightweight pants offer a breezy, stylish alternative—perfect for keeping cool without ever reaching for a pair of shorts.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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Function is priority, but practical can be stylish.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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“Mod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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