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as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
an elegant, old-fashioned bun that was held in place with pearl hairpins
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as in traditional
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
I'm so old-fashioned that I actually think people should use standard grammar and punctuation when composing e-mails
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Recent Examples of old-fashioned
The movie's setting, one of those fancy, old-fashioned, gracious Southern inns favored by white people with money, is pretty enough.
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Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 30 Jan. 2025
Instead of last looks, models moved against the wind and a blink-inducing barrage of flashing lights as if in frames of an old-fashioned film.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
This old-fashioned arcade mall bisects a Downtown city block.
—Ryan Deto, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
And that change especially creates conflict between the genders in societies that just previously were more agricultural and had old-fashioned gender roles.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 28 Jan. 2025
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Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 30 Jan. 2025
Instead of last looks, models moved against the wind and a blink-inducing barrage of flashing lights as if in frames of an old-fashioned film.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
This old-fashioned arcade mall bisects a Downtown city block.
—Ryan Deto, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
And that change especially creates conflict between the genders in societies that just previously were more agricultural and had old-fashioned gender roles.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-fashioned
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While it’s spoken of only briefly, his adoration for vintage McGwyer Mortimer is clearly a way of keeping alive the memory of his late wife, who was an even bigger fan.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
1 Feb. 2025
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The 1,000-square-foot shop, said to be the oldest comic shop in Florida, has long boxes of vintage comic books and stacks of collectible Spider-Man figures stacked to the ceiling.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2025
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His rise exemplifies how the new generation of artists are rewriting the rules of success—leveraging social media to cultivate a following before stepping into the traditional industry spotlight.—
Hala Mustafa,
Billboard,
31 Jan. 2025
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And unlike traditional towers, remote systems may not provide the same clarity, especially in poor weather conditions, making quick decision-making more difficult.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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The frame is crafted with sturdy steel hardware and finished with an antique bronze powder accent.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Across two floors, the gallery showcases contemporary works, including glass pieces by Philipp Weber, alongside its unique collection of antique art, furniture, decor, and photography, attracting discerning art collectors and curators from across the globe.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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The backlash against these policies has been especially pronounced among veterans, whose families have historically provided the largest share of recruits—and who tend to be more politically conservative.—
Dexter Filkins,
The New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2025
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The game plan had to change to something more conservative, more repeatable, more robust.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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As seen in the trailer, The Fantastic Four: First Steps has a uniquely retro aesthetic.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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More importantly, make that dining table buckle with retro foods displayed in 1970s glory.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2025
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But then, a chance encounter with an orthodox man on the Antwerp tram throws a wrench into her plans.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2025
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Around the same historical period, Israel instituted a divided education system based on nationality and religious observance, with four distinct school streams: Jewish secular, orthodox and ultra-orthodox schools taught primarily in Hebrew, and Arab schools taught in Arabic.—
Ayala Hendin,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the wooden bleachers inside the antiquated stadium were covered by 84,059 seat cushions with an Apple logo, a marketing decision that Steve Jobs personally approved when approached by an NFL executive.—
Mark Purdy,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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One of the most perplexing and seemingly antiquated features of City Hall got a lot of use Tuesday: a bulletin board where motions are posted for public viewing.—
Tony Barboza,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Remember the historical mention of Himiko in Chinese sources?—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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Overall, while layoffs remain low by historical standards, a host of companies have announced job cuts already this year.—
Matt Ott,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2025
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