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
Home offices also benefit from old-world wallpaper.
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Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Inside, its 77 rooms and suites blend chalet coziness with old-world elegance, many offering postcard-worthy views of the Matterhorn.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
It was transformed in the early 1990s by architect Donald Beck into a three-bedroom, four-bath house with old-world charm and modern amenities.
—Randy Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
The ballroom and formal dining room evoke old-world refinement — perfect for hosting gatherings that spill out onto the terraces, where gardens and sweeping grounds provide a dramatic setting for summer soirées or intimate evenings.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
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Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Inside, its 77 rooms and suites blend chalet coziness with old-world elegance, many offering postcard-worthy views of the Matterhorn.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
It was transformed in the early 1990s by architect Donald Beck into a three-bedroom, four-bath house with old-world charm and modern amenities.
—Randy Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
The ballroom and formal dining room evoke old-world refinement — perfect for hosting gatherings that spill out onto the terraces, where gardens and sweeping grounds provide a dramatic setting for summer soirées or intimate evenings.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-world
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Now this is a vintage appetizer Grandpa is no doubt familiar with.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
19 Sep. 2025
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Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Head just out of town to see covered bridges, farms, antique shops, and apple orchards selling apples and cider doughnuts.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Nothing looks more out of place than a bright yellow doorknob in a room full of dark and weighty antique furniture.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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The color palette hewed towards various shades of browns giving the clothes a touch of a retro feel.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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What follows is nearly 100 minutes of violent vengeance as the two men wage war for Sophia’s heart, all set to a propulsive retro score curated by Grammy winner and Detroit native Jack White.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
14 Sep. 2025
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Unlike traditional campus speakers who delivered lectures in auditoriums, Kirk would grab a microphone, often in busy campus hubs, and invite debate from anyone in the audience.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Castor oil has long been associated with traditional beauty and wellness, but innovators are now harnessing it to engineer the next generation of sustainable products.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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All of Wall Street is sharing and celebrating the historical studies of what happens when the Fed drops rates after a long pause and when the stock market is within 2% of a record high.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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In July, Lake reported the number of first-time homebuyers had shrunk to just half the historical norm.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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From host Nate Bargatze's Boys and Girls Club gamble to Tramell Tillman's historic win, here are the most notable highs and lows from the Primetime Emmy Awards.—
Kristen Baldwin,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Sep. 2025
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Consumer sentiment is slipping near historic lows.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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While traditional wisdom may say to avoid white linen pants after Labor Day, fashion-forward travelers ditched that antiquated rule years ago.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Sep. 2025
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So there is nothing to displace the antiquated image of a pyramid of boxes that remains implanted in our brains.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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And the decor is still the same paneled walls with old-time ads for Nehi and Cepacol.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Sep. 2025
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For years, when my wife and I took our kids and drove the eight-plus-hour drive to the beach for summer vacations, Cracker Barrel was our go-to for meals and old-time candy.—
Greg Petro,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Old-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-world. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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