à la française
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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The placket is a fascinating spot for distinction; it can barge out front, or slither against you à la française, or hide entirely.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023
First is a “Ring” à la française — “Das Rheingold” rendered as “L’Or du Rhin” — with the premiere of Calixto Bieito’s new production for the Paris Opera, opening April 2.
From New York Times • Feb. 26, 2020
Karine Peyrsaubes, 50, a local councillor in St-Germain-en-Laye, a market town west of Paris, says: “I absolutely believe in equality. But I love what we call ‘la galanterie à la française’.
From The Guardian • Feb. 23, 2020
She believes the history of leopard print can be traced back to the robe à la française from the 18th century, which featured an elaborate brocade of leopard print motif along with florals.
From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2019
Beignets de crême à la française 123 454.
From Desserts and Salads by Lemcke, Gesine
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