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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
the strikingly modish gowns that actresses wear to award shows
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as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
a modish chef who is currently the darling of the restaurant reviewers
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Recent Examples of modish
Bloomingdale’s set an American template for a modish form of dry goods emporium generally thought to have originated in early 19th-century Paris.
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Guy Trebay, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2022
In fact, as sprawling Palermo spawned ever more restaurants, its enclaves all got modish nicknames: Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, Palermo Pacífico.
—Catesby Holmes, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Apr. 2022
But what caught my eye was Bankman-Fried’s aspiration to use his billions to save the world through a modish variety of philanthropy especially popular right now among millennial and Gen Z cybernerds called effective altruism.
—Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 16 Nov. 2022
The low supply of engineers and other critical occupations led to lucrative pay and tons of modish perks.
—Jacob Carpenter, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2022
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Guy Trebay, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2022
In fact, as sprawling Palermo spawned ever more restaurants, its enclaves all got modish nicknames: Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, Palermo Pacífico.
—Catesby Holmes, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Apr. 2022
But what caught my eye was Bankman-Fried’s aspiration to use his billions to save the world through a modish variety of philanthropy especially popular right now among millennial and Gen Z cybernerds called effective altruism.
—Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 16 Nov. 2022
The low supply of engineers and other critical occupations led to lucrative pay and tons of modish perks.
—Jacob Carpenter, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modish
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Following in mom Victoria Beckham's fashionable footsteps, Romeo Beckham attends Milan Fashion Week in stylish streetwear on Feb. 27.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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The hotel’s fashionable twist on afternoon tea debuts this weekend serving up runway-to-teatime transformations that are equal parts couture and confection.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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This exceptional home is in what is known as a popular neighborhood.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2025
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True branding strength comes from owning your narrative—not just following what’s popular.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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Clarkson dropped her all-time favorite designs on Wayfair, including floral accent chairs, storage-friendly bookcases, and more stylish yet functional pieces.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Shop our very favorite pairs below, starting at just $40.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, his wife went chic in a heather gray sweater dress, with a matching coat and a pair of black, thigh-high boots.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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The stars aligned for actual plays to rise in the 2010s, owed to a zeitgeist where geek became chic.—
Eric Francisco,
Rolling Stone,
1 Mar. 2025
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
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“Modish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modish. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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