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also a la mode
as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
we discovered that what is à la mode for teens to wear in the U.S. isn't all that different from what they wear in Europe
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Recent Examples of à la mode
Much like you would with a slice of cake, try your doughnut a la mode!
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Gerry Frank | For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 5 Sep. 2020
Dessert is a choice of cherry doughnut bread a la mode or chocolate lover’s cheesecake.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 9 Feb. 2023
Kevin’s former life as a pastry chef in Europe had left him with a love of delicately milky desserts and puzzlement as to why Americans resort, instead, to a la mode.
—Lauren Joseph, WSJ, 6 Jan. 2023
Serve it a la mode for an even richer, sweeter treat.
—Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2022
This sweet fruit tart is delicious a la mode and perfect for summer.
—Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 28 June 2022
Maine’s sweet plump berries are the star of this quintessential summer treat, which is exceptional on its own or enjoyed a la mode.
—Megan Murphy, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2021
Thanks to the farmhouse boom, wooden features are a la mode.
—Washington Post, 9 June 2021
For dessert, customers can choose pumpkin cheesecake or pecan pie a la mode.
—Audrey Eads, Dallas News, 12 Nov. 2020
Gerry Frank | For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 5 Sep. 2020
Dessert is a choice of cherry doughnut bread a la mode or chocolate lover’s cheesecake.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 9 Feb. 2023
Kevin’s former life as a pastry chef in Europe had left him with a love of delicately milky desserts and puzzlement as to why Americans resort, instead, to a la mode.
—Lauren Joseph, WSJ, 6 Jan. 2023
Serve it a la mode for an even richer, sweeter treat.
—Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2022
This sweet fruit tart is delicious a la mode and perfect for summer.
—Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 28 June 2022
Maine’s sweet plump berries are the star of this quintessential summer treat, which is exceptional on its own or enjoyed a la mode.
—Megan Murphy, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2021
Thanks to the farmhouse boom, wooden features are a la mode.
—Washington Post, 9 June 2021
For dessert, customers can choose pumpkin cheesecake or pecan pie a la mode.
—Audrey Eads, Dallas News, 12 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for à la mode
Adjective
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Shop the best markdowns of fashionable favorites such as Favorite Daughter best-selling trouser, Rag & Bone’s capri pants and By Malene Birger’s knitted skirt.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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In the snap, the mother-of-two looked as fashionable as ever, this time styling the supportive shoes with a navy linen mini dress and gold jewelry.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Swag — available to stream now on Spotify and Apple Music — features guest spots from Gunna, Sexxy Red, Cash Cobain, Lil B, Eddie Benjamin and more.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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The subsequent commercialized version of Birkin’s bag went on to become one of the world’s most exclusive luxury items, extravagantly priced and with a yearslong waiting list.—
John Leicester,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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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
Cite this Entry
“à la mode.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/%C3%A0%20la%20mode. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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