as in progressive
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
readers of this very avant novel should not expect to find much in the way of traditional narrative structure
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But she's never been one of the super-on-theme or avant garde Best Dressed…until now.
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 7 May 2024
Watches are a regular part of his rotation, from ultra-classic models such as Rolex to more avant garde pieces from Hublot.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 6 May 2024
Kim Kardashian in Balenciaga, 2021 Mike Coppola—Getty Images Kim Kardashian veered into the avant garde with her simple but striking Balenciaga look at the 2021 Met Gala.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 3 May 2024
The festival is co-presented by the world cinema streamer Mubi and the non-profit Mezzanine, which has been programming in L.A. for more than two years, screening contemporary indies, avant garde work and underseen repertory features for an audience that has grown to trust its adventurous taste.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 2 Apr. 2024
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 7 May 2024
Watches are a regular part of his rotation, from ultra-classic models such as Rolex to more avant garde pieces from Hublot.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 6 May 2024
Kim Kardashian in Balenciaga, 2021 Mike Coppola—Getty Images Kim Kardashian veered into the avant garde with her simple but striking Balenciaga look at the 2021 Met Gala.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 3 May 2024
The festival is co-presented by the world cinema streamer Mubi and the non-profit Mezzanine, which has been programming in L.A. for more than two years, screening contemporary indies, avant garde work and underseen repertory features for an audience that has grown to trust its adventurous taste.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 2 Apr. 2024
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The more progressive wing of the Democratic Party has called for the administration to issue an arms embargo on Israel and for Harris to do so as a part of her campaign.Mike Brest, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Oct. 2024
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Key races: One of the most notable upsets occurred in House District 25, where progressive Kim Coco Iwamoto ousted House Speaker Scott Saiki, leaving a leadership vacancy that will be addressed after the election.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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Later on Tuesday, the mother of two — who is dating Timothée Chalamet and was spotted on a dinner date with actor in N.Y.C. earlier this month — shared snaps on her Instagram Stories of herself and Stormi attending an advanced screening of the movie Wicked at sister Kim Kardashian's home.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 23 Oct. 2024
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In one of many examples of advanced construction methods used to erect the museum, robot welding was employed to ensure the integrity of the organic face.Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2024
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Granted, a traditional beach vacation is a reasonably reliable way to give frigid weather the cold shoulder, but so is an unconventional getaway.Passport by ForbesLife, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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The pair typically celebrate one another's birthdays with unconventional gifts.Charna Flam, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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The Triple Trophy Award is given to anyone who harvests a deer using the three historical methods of harvest -- archery equipment, muzzle-loader and modern gun.Arkansas Game and Fish, arkansasonline.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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Is the property—which is celebrating its centennial in 2024—trying to pay homage to the past by shunning modern technology?Katie Jackson, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
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Since the house’s inception, in 1988, Margiela had been known for an avant-garde mentality, paired with classical technique.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2023
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Instead of showing up in something avant-garde, Dakota drew attention with a black halter-style midi dress with a deep V-neckline.Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 18 Mar. 2023
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This underground marvel spirals downwards, with walls lined with some of the world’s rarest wines, creating an enchanting display of history and luxury.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Hezbollah leader Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli strike on his underground headquarters in Beirut in September.Helen Regan, CNN, 26 Oct. 2024
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As the nation approaches another election, All the President’s Men seeks to remind viewers of the events that have shaped contemporary political discourse.Shaan Memon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 26 Oct. 2024
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This method makes the doc easy to follow for those unfamiliar with contemporary Japanese society while giving Black Box Diaries the propulsive rhythm of, ironically, a procedural.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Oct. 2024
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“Avant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avant. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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