modernity

noun

Definition of modernitynext
as in freshness

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Recent Examples of modernity When goldsmith Pino Rabolini founded the jewelry house in 1967, his goal was to bring modernity to jewelry. — Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026 This way, the look maintains a contemporary feel that can balance the nostalgia of the blouse with the modernity of the jeans. — René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 9 July 2026 History and technology weave together in Tullahoma to shape a town rich in both modernity and nostalgia. — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Crisscross fabric at the waist provided tension and modernity to the look, while a semi-sheer skirt continued the sultry design inspiration. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for modernity
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  1. freshness
  2. currency
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  • So there was this element of newness and freshness to figuring it out.
    — William Earl, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • From there, nutty chestnut, rich cocoa, and tart black currant add contrasting moody elements, while rose and bergamot add a sense of subtle freshness and flowering.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of freshness
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  • The pushback comes as importers across the continent and other emerging markets turn to digital currencies to pay overseas vendors on the spot amid tight bank supplies of hard currency and costly transfer delays.
    — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The possibility that the nickel could eventually follow the penny also strengthens the case for systems that can accommodate future changes in currency.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of currency

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