as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
a trendy hotel with modernistic room lamps that required some figuring just to turn on
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Adjective
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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 -
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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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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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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“Modernistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modernistic. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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