Definition

Acronym meaning 'As Lovely As Reasonably Achievable'—a tongue-in-cheek compliment suggesting someone is aesthetically acceptable, though probably not achieving peak beauty.

Example Usage

She showed up to the party ALARA—nice effort, could've done better.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=ALARA&defid=5963411)

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