Alabama
American Library Association
ˌä-(ˌ)lä 
ˌä-lə,
ˌa-lə
variants
or less commonly a la
: in the manner of
walking with a swagger à la John Wayne
Examples of ala in a Sentence
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Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Apple could make a charging dock that turns it into a music or smart home controller a la the Pixel Tablet.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 22 Oct. 2024
The bar features an eight-seat counter that offers a pre-fixe dining experience led by cocktails, as well as a more casual a la carte menu of small bites, like an agedashi tofu tog with black truffles, tempura fries, and Nashville hot portobello mushroom burger.
—Kristen Tauer, WWD, 15 Oct. 2024
Pop culture-inspired From the beloved Sanderson Sisters and Ghostbusters to Beetlejuice and the Wonderful World of Wizarding (a la Harry Potter), there are plenty of opportunities for pop culture to make its way into your Halloween theme.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
Viewers who like their horror films with a dose of social commentary a la Jordan Peele’s Get Out will be hooked on this twisty young adult story.
—Jordan Kopy, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Now with new tasting and a la carte menus, plus fresh talents on board — including pastry whizz Pichet Ong and Tiki on 18th barman Jo-Jo Valenzuela — Dungca is ready to launch.
—Anna Spiegel, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
For an extra-fun and stylish flair, opt for one with bonus features like ruffles a la the Summersalt pick.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2024
Product specs Best Oversized: Alo Accolade Crewneck Pullover Alo
Alo
Accolade Crewneck Pullover
$118
Alo
Pros
Roomy fit
Great weight
Cons
Limited color selection
Paired with biker shorts, Alo’s Accolade Crewneck is serving sporty casual vibes, a la Princess Diana.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 30 Sep. 2024
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Preposition
The first channels offered a la carte include NBA Season Pass and FanDuel Sports Network (the current name of Diamond Sports’ RSNs).
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Apple could make a charging dock that turns it into a music or smart home controller a la the Pixel Tablet.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 22 Oct. 2024
The bar features an eight-seat counter that offers a pre-fixe dining experience led by cocktails, as well as a more casual a la carte menu of small bites, like an agedashi tofu tog with black truffles, tempura fries, and Nashville hot portobello mushroom burger.
—Kristen Tauer, WWD, 15 Oct. 2024
Pop culture-inspired From the beloved Sanderson Sisters and Ghostbusters to Beetlejuice and the Wonderful World of Wizarding (a la Harry Potter), there are plenty of opportunities for pop culture to make its way into your Halloween theme.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
Viewers who like their horror films with a dose of social commentary a la Jordan Peele’s Get Out will be hooked on this twisty young adult story.
—Jordan Kopy, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Now with new tasting and a la carte menus, plus fresh talents on board — including pastry whizz Pichet Ong and Tiki on 18th barman Jo-Jo Valenzuela — Dungca is ready to launch.
—Anna Spiegel, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
For an extra-fun and stylish flair, opt for one with bonus features like ruffles a la the Summersalt pick.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2024
Product specs Best Oversized: Alo Accolade Crewneck Pullover Alo
Alo
Accolade Crewneck Pullover
$118
Alo
Pros
Roomy fit
Great weight
Cons
Limited color selection
Paired with biker shorts, Alo’s Accolade Crewneck is serving sporty casual vibes, a la Princess Diana.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 30 Sep. 2024
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Ala
2 of 3 abbreviation
alanine; alanyl
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