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New Age
: an eclectic group of cultural attitudes arising in late 20th century Western society that are adapted from those of a variety of ancient and modern cultures, that emphasize beliefs (such as reincarnation, holism, pantheism, and occultism) outside the mainstream, and that advance alternative approaches to spirituality, right living, and health
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: a soft soothing form of instrumental music often used to promote relaxation
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: of, relating to, or being New Age
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: contemporary, modern
new age grocery stores
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Adjective
a kitchen crammed full of new age appliances
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David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
26 June 2026
The album covers hardstyle, new age pop, and operatic folk at a sometimes startling pace, capturing the chaos and ecstasy of one of the most physically and emotionally transformative experiences the human body can endure.
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Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 June 2026
Vsquared Ventures’s portfolio spreads from zero carbon aviation startup Vaeridion to new age battery recycling outfit Cylib, next generation rocket maker Isar Aerospace to lithium-silicon battery materials firm Group 14.
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Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
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Noun
So, who is the right kind of person for this new age of Dolphins football?
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David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
26 June 2026
The album covers hardstyle, new age pop, and operatic folk at a sometimes startling pace, capturing the chaos and ecstasy of one of the most physically and emotionally transformative experiences the human body can endure.
—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
Adjective
The 61-year-old writer/director revisits his script’s indelible opening lines at the start of the trailer, effectively shepherding in a new age of wonder and uncertainty.
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Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 June 2026
Vsquared Ventures’s portfolio spreads from zero carbon aviation startup Vaeridion to new age battery recycling outfit Cylib, next generation rocket maker Isar Aerospace to lithium-silicon battery materials firm Group 14.
—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
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“New age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/new%20age. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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