as in hip
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
a brand of humor that the comedy club's with-it clientele very much appreciates
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Recent Examples of with-it
Everyone’s putting on a cool, with-it surface while paddling like mad underneath.
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Olivia Waite, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
The line felt dumb and flaccid, derivative in an irritating rather than with-it sense, and lacking the transgression found in good gallows humor.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
Even this ostensibly progressive, with-it mother retains the singular ability to embarrass her child.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2025
June 25, 2024 3 AM PT Facebook Show more sharing options
There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
Some things are simply not meant to be cool, hip, or with-it.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 4 Apr. 2024
Olivia Waite, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
The line felt dumb and flaccid, derivative in an irritating rather than with-it sense, and lacking the transgression found in good gallows humor.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
Even this ostensibly progressive, with-it mother retains the singular ability to embarrass her child.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2025
June 25, 2024 3 AM PT Facebook Show more sharing options
There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
Some things are simply not meant to be cool, hip, or with-it.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 4 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for with-it
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
Adjective
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The couple was spotted attending the Dior Homme Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 show on June 27 and wore a pair of fashionable ensembles for the event.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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These high-waist yoga leggings with contrast trim feature a contrast trim for a fashionable touch.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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These roomy parachute cargo pants are functional but stylish and—especially for Tokyo, a city known for being a street fashion hub.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2025
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Swap out that workmanlike case for something that’s more casual, more stylish, and—whisper it—more functional.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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This approach to styling may be trendy, but with Keke’s ability to take chances on vintage fashion, their partnership has led to memorable moments.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
20 June 2025
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Relative newcomer Little Lao serves up dishes like spicy noodle curry, lemongrass chicken, and steamed river fish in a setting that feels modern without being trendy.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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The space was housed in a beautiful Beaux-Arts maison with chic minimal decor.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 June 2025
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The new museum is located only a stone’s throw from Maison Fragonard, a chic guest house offering six bedrooms in three apartments — each spanning one floor – that the brand opened in 2021.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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Right now, Meta pretty much owns the smart glasses space and these specs could help cement that leadership.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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He’s evaluated everything from TVs and soundbars to smart gadgets and wearables, ...—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
21 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“With-it.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/with-it. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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