a la carte

Example Sentences

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While the broad move toward cord cutting and a la carte programming has put significant pressure on pay-TV providers, it has also created a plethora of unforeseen problems for streaming services.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

In these fast-moving, unpredictable times, Europe's leaders are increasingly turning to a la carte coalitions, alongside traditional organisations like Nato or the EU, which are larger and therefore often slower to react.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

I believe that investors will pay considerably less for financial advisory services, and will use them a la carte to supplement AI investment strategies, rather than paying a straight percentage fee for assets under management.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

The company doesn’t lease its pieces a la carte, instead offering tailored whole-home packages with on-site setup.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2025

Meals: Breakfast, a la carte; luncheon, 65 cents to $1; dinner, $1 to $1.50.

From Rocky Mountain [Colorado] National Park by United States. Dept. of the Interior