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as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
au courant filmgoers have dismissed Hollywood's latest effects-laden actioner as so last year
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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
glossy magazines full of reed-thin models in au courant outfits
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as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
doctors try to stay au courant with the latest advances in medicine
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Recent Examples of au courant
But can Soderbergh solve the great problem of American cinema itself — namely, the sense that the audience for independent movies, limited and self-selecting to begin with, has dwindled to nothingness in the wake of flashier, more technologically au courant entertainment alternatives?
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Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2024
The studious young aimed to be au courant—not to change reality or even understand it, but to win college debates and take competitive exams for public sector jobs.
—Anjum Hasan, The New York Review of Books, 28 Dec. 2023
Its stature grows even more formidable thanks to the aforementioned Ed Stasium remix, which expunges the au courant digital reverb of the mid-’80s to reveal the Replacements’ thumping rock’n’roll heart like never before.
—Jonathan Cohen, Spin, 21 Sep. 2023
This time, the villain is the very au courant artificial intelligence, here called the Entity.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 11 July 2023
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Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2024
The studious young aimed to be au courant—not to change reality or even understand it, but to win college debates and take competitive exams for public sector jobs.
—Anjum Hasan, The New York Review of Books, 28 Dec. 2023
Its stature grows even more formidable thanks to the aforementioned Ed Stasium remix, which expunges the au courant digital reverb of the mid-’80s to reveal the Replacements’ thumping rock’n’roll heart like never before.
—Jonathan Cohen, Spin, 21 Sep. 2023
This time, the villain is the very au courant artificial intelligence, here called the Entity.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 11 July 2023
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After Keoghan had a son with his now ex-partner Alyson Sandro in August 2022, the pair broke up the following summer.Jack Dunn, Variety, 7 Dec. 2024
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This came after Grande separated from her now ex-husband, Dalton Gomez and Slater separated from his now ex-wife, Lilly Jay.Staff Author, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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With crunchy red fruit, racy acidity, a light tannic structure and distinctive minerality, its profile has been fashionable for a while, especially amongst younger drinkers.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The majority of consumers (66 percent) say clothes made primarily from cotton are the most fashionable.Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
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Linklater was very acquainted with the real life story of Gary Johnson.Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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But there’s no prettier place to become acquainted with some of Canada’s most influential artists: Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven, a collective of landscape painters who rose to fame in the early 20th century with their romantic depictions of Canadian nature.Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
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On Thursday, tens of thousands of spectators were downtown for the 3-mile walk that features several floats, giant balloons, marching bands, clowns, Santa, elves, holiday music and much more.Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 28 Nov. 2024
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And once downtown, local hotels do their part to secretly move Hollywood stars around the city.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Sep. 2024
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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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Management may want to consider dedicating staff time to staying informed about the range of issues that may be affecting different groups of employees.Carine Harb, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.Sean Illing, Vox, 9 Dec. 2024
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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
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In early November, Crawford shared an Instagram post showcasing a glowy, makeup-free look, natural hair, and a comfy yet stylish sleep camisole to promote her skincare line Meaningful Beauty.Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Excellent traction is ideal for winter conditions, and this supportive boot is casually stylish, too.Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Au courant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/au%20courant. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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