as in antique
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the designer's bracelets and necklaces have the vintage look of jewelry from the 1920s
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Recent Examples of vintage
Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
With vintage terrazzo flooring, coffered ceilings, built in clean-line wooden wardrobes, and minimalist decor, this spot is a midcentury Italian dream, softened by the country charm of its setting, not far from the historic village of Gravedona.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Anchoring the space are vintage finds with serious pedigree.
—Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Inside a vintage Chevy step-side truck in Fort Worth, something special is happening.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
With vintage terrazzo flooring, coffered ceilings, built in clean-line wooden wardrobes, and minimalist decor, this spot is a midcentury Italian dream, softened by the country charm of its setting, not far from the historic village of Gravedona.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
Retail vendors will range from Steamy Lit (romance novels) to Grandpa’s Closet (vintage apparel) and Golden Era Kits (nostalgic soccer jerseys).
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Anchoring the space are vintage finds with serious pedigree.
—Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vintage
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But there's also Tanglin Village with its smaller boutiques, Dempsey Hill with its dining scene and antique shops, and the Peranakan shophouses tucked down side streets that offer glimpses of Singapore's history.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Through a gallery with a rotating selection of contemporary works lies a secret garden with antique gates opening to sophisticated tents lit by Venetian lanterns.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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What Happens Next WARN filings and company disclosures suggest additional April and May layoff dates could still emerge, especially as employers finalize restructuring plans announced earlier this year.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Both Hardy and Blincoe are in jail without bail, and their next court date has been set for April 2, records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The modern-retro design is a throwback to Glyfada Beach’s 1960s heyday, with way more pizzazz than the folding chairs and boxy cabanas that originally lined the shore.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Sneakers in a soft pink color with a retro sole harkens back to another era without getting stuck there.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
5 Apr. 2026
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Back then in the race, the goal was to beat the Soviet Union in space and to the moon, which was accomplished.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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With 33 seconds remaining, after scoring five straight points and in possession of the ball, the Warriors used Curry’s gravity to draw defenders out of the paint, giving Gary Payton II enough space to catch a pass from Draymond Green and put in a layup for a 116-115 lead.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
6 Apr. 2026
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There were questions, as late as Friday, whether the 26,700-seat stadium would be ready to host the historic occasion.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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And with those words from Mission Control on April 2, the Artemis II astronauts were given the green light to fire up their engine, leave Earth orbit and head for their historic rendezvous with the moon.—
Robert Abitbol,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Online and in podcasts, historical revisionism thrived.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Still, Platner will have to overcome historical precedent to beat Mills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Vintage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vintage. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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