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as in traditional
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
the classical preparation of a ham for Easter
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
a writer celebrated for his classical profiles of eminent Victorians
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Recent Examples of classical
Like an abstract painter who is capable of classical portraiture, Ullmann has elsewhere demonstrated a formidable capacity for narrative clarity.
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Nadja Spiegelman, New York Times, 23 July 2025
That’s true in everyday, classical situations, but not in quantum mechanics.
—Charlie Wood, Wired News, 20 July 2025
What is exceptionally unique about Joel’s oeuvre is that, where most of the rest of rock ‘n roll draws on the blues for its fuel, his work is powered so heavily by European classical music.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition Revives an RPG Classic
Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition is an excellent game for fans of classical high-fantasy D&D.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Nadja Spiegelman, New York Times, 23 July 2025
That’s true in everyday, classical situations, but not in quantum mechanics.
—Charlie Wood, Wired News, 20 July 2025
What is exceptionally unique about Joel’s oeuvre is that, where most of the rest of rock ‘n roll draws on the blues for its fuel, his work is powered so heavily by European classical music.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition Revives an RPG Classic
Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition is an excellent game for fans of classical high-fantasy D&D.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classical
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Ford’s traditional business operations, known as Ford Blue, earned $661 million in the quarter compared with $1.17 billion in the year-ago quarter.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
31 July 2025
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About 68% of traditional elementary schools in those districts had an average roster size under 23 students, compared to 37% in the other board districts.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
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The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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As mild-mannered Clark Kent and his powerful alter ego, who'd regularly save his pals Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen, Reeves brought likability, honesty and an authoritative streak to the role that changed his life. 1.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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The court did not explain its decision in favor of Trump, as is customary in emergency appeals.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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In a sport where sunglasses haven’t been customary on the pro tour, RIA Eyewear entered the space five years ago with a tennis-specific lens and frame, steadily building a bridge between the world of tennis and sunglasses.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Both ice creams start with the same classic technique: gently heating milk and cream, tempering in the egg yolks, and cooking until the custard thickens.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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The West Hollywood 24/7 drive-in has 80 Tesla charging stations and serves classic American diner food — biscuits and gravy, burgers, fries, tuna melts and milkshakes, to name a few of its menu items.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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This means the country's Royal Air Force could join NATO's dual capable aircraft fleet, featuring jets certified to carry American tactical nuclear weapons as well as conventional bombs and missiles.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Dongfang, which enjoyed a 45% share in the conventional hydropower market, could rake in as much as 54 billion yuan from the new project, according to Lau.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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“Classical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classical. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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