as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the theater has been painstakingly restored to its old-world elegance
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Recent Examples of old-world
There are no waterslides or arcades, only elegant wood paneling and old-world craftsmanship.
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Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Before President Biden’s eulogy for Carter was delivered, attendees could take in the vaulted ceiling, 200-plus stained glass windows, round boss stones and the old-world artisanship of the Gothic structure that took 83 years to complete.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Opera gloves made a marked return, following a pique in interest in the old-world accessory over the last few years.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
Kuo also recommends balancing winter elements with upscale details like family crests for old-world luxury.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
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Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Before President Biden’s eulogy for Carter was delivered, attendees could take in the vaulted ceiling, 200-plus stained glass windows, round boss stones and the old-world artisanship of the Gothic structure that took 83 years to complete.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Opera gloves made a marked return, following a pique in interest in the old-world accessory over the last few years.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
Kuo also recommends balancing winter elements with upscale details like family crests for old-world luxury.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-world
Adjective
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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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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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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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Amid the rubble and ash, little is left of their historic neighborhood.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2025
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The 67th Grammy Awards, which was full of historic wins on Sunday night, pulled in a strong audience on CBS but couldn’t quite beat last year.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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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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The program will feature old-time acoustic mountain and folk music on banjo, guitar, mandolin, harmonica, fiddle, mountain dulcimer, hammered dulcimer, bass fiddle, autoharp and the Appalachian dancing doll, plus dancing, storytelling and comedy.—
Eric E. Harrison,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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Growing up in Sunnyside, Wash., Top soaked in the songs of artists like Keith Whitley and George Strait and immersed himself in bluegrass and old-time country during his guitar lessons.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2025
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