1
: adhering to traditional policies or practices
an old-school coach
2
: characteristic or evocative of an earlier or original style, manner, or form
old-school music
: adherents of traditional policies and practices
Examples of old-school in a Sentence
Adjective
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
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In a nod to old-school fan hotlines, listeners can dial in to 1-84-HEY-JONAS (1-844-395-6627) to record a message asking them questions, which the brothers may respond to on the podcast.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 19 May 2026
Today, old-school spots like Robert’s Grill, open since 1926, still serve them to generations of travelers.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS SLICE OF VICTORY — America's best-tasting pizza chain is an old-school favorite, survey finds.
—FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
This old-school trick is surprisingly effective.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/old-school. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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