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Recent Examples of de trop
Perhaps Selena decided a sky-high heel was de trop for her stint on the continent.
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Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 21 June 2023
Perhaps such remarks sound less de trop in French.
—Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Mar. 2023
As much as Black was a master of pacing, a fine crafter of set pieces, and delightfully de trop as a writer of snappy, manly dialogue, the most galvanic features manifested themselves in stage directions, interstitial material steering the reader through the gleeful nonsense.
—Wyatt Mason, Harper’s Magazine , 6 Jan. 2023
Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 21 June 2023
Perhaps such remarks sound less de trop in French.
—Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Mar. 2023
As much as Black was a master of pacing, a fine crafter of set pieces, and delightfully de trop as a writer of snappy, manly dialogue, the most galvanic features manifested themselves in stage directions, interstitial material steering the reader through the gleeful nonsense.
—Wyatt Mason, Harper’s Magazine , 6 Jan. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de trop
Adjective
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The 11-inch tablet boasts up to 10 hours of battery life, but its accessory compatibility isn't ideal – charging the Apple Pencil requires a USB-C cable and adapter.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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One of those actions: an ordinance allowing for more accessory dwelling units, which are independent residential units on the same lot as a home.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The first episode premiered earlier today and, needless to say, it was filled with drama.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Brandon Johnson, needless to say, now is Chicago mayor, having defeated Lightfoot in 2023.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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On each gospel number, Lovett received ample reinforcement from a trio of superb supplementary vocalists.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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In the latest development, on June 27, 2025, the Permanent Court of Arbitration issued a supplementary award in favor of Pakistan, arguing that India’s holding of the treaty in abeyance did not affect its jurisdiction over the case.—
Pintu Kumar Mahla,
The Conversation,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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This article has been updated with additional information.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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The couple's additional monthly expenses average about 2,000 Turkish Lira, or approximately $50 USD.—
Celia Fernandez
Kaan Oguz,
CNBC,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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If possible, shake them off outdoors to avoid bringing unwanted sand into your home.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Aug. 2025
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Bertha deals with unwanted rumors in the press and the surprise arrival of her sister Monica.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Simply, if high-major programs are to sustain their current roster budgets, then supplemental collective money is a necessity.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Managing lawns this way helps reduce supplemental water needs during critical times and can be an effective way of managing watering restrictions.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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From sky-high heels and stiff business attire to bulky belts and even barefoot passengers (yes, that happens), these in-flight missteps can lead to unnecessary discomfort—or worse, a hygiene horror story.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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Simple but crucial resilience improvements — such as raising street levels to prevent flooding or installing solar panels — face cumbersome and unnecessary review.—
Richard Buery,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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That not only means avoiding the embarrassment of showing up at Mars without a ride home, but the ability to do without unneeded fuel surplus and to plan longer duration missions.—
David Szondy
July 21,
New Atlas,
21 July 2025
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Republicans frame the move as a common-sense effort to cut unneeded spending.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
16 July 2025
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“De trop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de%20trop. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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