of yesteryear
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: of the past : from a long time ago
the values of yesteryear
radio shows of yesteryear
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Ironically, there was once a time when Spears’ endurance was up for debate, with comparisons to flash-in-the-pan pop stars of yesteryear.
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James Dinh, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2024
China Rather than purchasing a contemporary set of dinnerware, pay homage to the glamorous dinner parties of yesteryear with a vintage china set.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024
Surprise-released by Nintendo earlier this fall for $100, its aim is arguably to resurrect a device of yesteryear.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
While the dress code was smart, statement frocks of yesteryear were absent and the red carpet remained stored away.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024
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James Dinh, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2024
China Rather than purchasing a contemporary set of dinnerware, pay homage to the glamorous dinner parties of yesteryear with a vintage china set.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024
Surprise-released by Nintendo earlier this fall for $100, its aim is arguably to resurrect a device of yesteryear.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
While the dress code was smart, statement frocks of yesteryear were absent and the red carpet remained stored away.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Of yesteryear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20yesteryear. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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