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Recent Examples of du jour Move over, TikTok and X, LinkedIn is angling to become the social media site du jour. Anna Spiegel, Axios, 29 Sep. 2024 The latest accessory du jour for backyard entertaining is a bug repellent outdoor blanket—one that actually has insect repellent applied to its fabric. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 July 2024 Instead of swinging bell-bottoms, the key is to opt for a loose, baggy fit similar to the denim shapes du jour. Emma Spedding, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2024 In my day, All That was the sleepover show du jour and staging Spice Girls concerts for our parents was the ultimate weekend activity. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 9 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for du jour 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for du jour
Adjective
  • This affordable new collection features a range of fashionable and affordable eyewear options inspired by Kittle’s dynamic and bold persona on and off the field.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
  • It’s lined with a fuzzy wool blend that will keep your feet warm and cozy while commuting to work or window shopping in the cold, and its fluffy sheepskin detailing adds a touch of fashionable flair.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Great shows are all over From pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter to a mountain of an opera (literally) to a festival devoted to Leonard Cohen, there are a ton of great shows to catch in the Bay Area this weekend.
    Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • In his 70-plus years in the entertainment industry, Jones was best known for his work as a record producer, namely his collaboration with pop icon Michael Jackson; Jones produced three of Jackson’s most successful releases with the albums Off the Wall, Thriller and Bad.
    Rebecca Iannucci, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The second shooting took place not far from the popular Crack Shack restaurant.
    NBC San Diego, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The Dodgers are expected to pursue a reunion, although it has been widely reported that Hernandez could be a popular consolation pursuit for teams that miss out on Soto.
    Jeff Sanders, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • On an afternoon when sophomore Nunu Agara stuffed the box score, compiling 16 points, nine rebounds, three blocks, two steals and two assists, Stanford easily handled Gonzaga, the preseason favorite to win the West Coast Conference.
    Justice delos Santos, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • The Academy didn’t even have room for its favorite country artist, Chris Stapleton!
    Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Adjective
  • Optical atomic clocks, accurate to picoseconds, will enable satellite constellations and ground stations to determine satellites’ locations with centimeter-level precision—avoiding potentially catastrophic in-orbit collisions.
    Paul Lipman, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
  • Southland Prep celebrates at ‘All-In’ college rally Southland College Prep Charter High School in Richton Park recently celebrated for the tenth consecutive year that all members of its senior class have been accepted to college.
    Paul Eisenberg, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2023
Adjective
  • Hezbollah is a 40-year-old organization with a large social base, a political party represented in Lebanon’s parliament and cabinet, and Iranian state backing.
    Sarah E. Parkinson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2024
  • With a focus on power and driving dynamics, while still maintaining a luxurious feel, the AMG 63 is considered a top tier model in the large luxury high performance SUV segment.
    Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024

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“Du jour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/du%20jour. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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