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Recent Examples of modernity
This convergence of history and modernity was one of the many delicate compromises required to bring the architect’s scheme to life.
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CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Designer Jordane Arrivetz, also behind the look of beach club and restaurant Ciro's at the Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes, sought to preserve its historic soul while injecting the interiors with modernity.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Blending echoes of ancient times with modernity, some pair their historic costumes with sneakers and sunglasses and drink bubble tea.
—ABC News, 30 May 2026
What might be most impressive is the technology, with two screens informing the modernity of the present era.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
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CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Designer Jordane Arrivetz, also behind the look of beach club and restaurant Ciro's at the Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes, sought to preserve its historic soul while injecting the interiors with modernity.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Blending echoes of ancient times with modernity, some pair their historic costumes with sneakers and sunglasses and drink bubble tea.
—ABC News, 30 May 2026
What might be most impressive is the technology, with two screens informing the modernity of the present era.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modernity
Noun
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The roll combines the freshness of seared Ahi Tuna, and a classic California roll with bold flavors inspired by our signature Kung Pao profile, while the smoky tableside presentation adds an unexpected sensory element.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The breeze off the South China Sea hits with freshness, and the sound of the waves is thunderous after the dull silence of the underground.—
Pavlo Fedykovych,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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The model allows Cubans overseas to pay from abroad for goods delivered on the island, creating a foreign-currency stream connected to GAESA’s retail network.—
Vera Lucia Pappaterra,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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As part of its new initiative, Verizon has also introduced Verizon Dollars, a program that gives customers 3% back in promotional currency each month.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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“Modernity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modernity. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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