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as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
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as in traditional
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
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Recent Examples of old-school
Turlington greeted another old-school Calvin face, Kate Moss herself, with an extended, shimmying hug before chatting with Mario Sorrenti and his wife, Mary Frey, and stylist Elizabeth Saltzman.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Richard Danzig, secretary of the Navy during the Clinton administration, has long warned that old-school bureaucracies within the Defense Department reflexively fight basic reforms on procurement in favor of continuing to buy expensive weapons designed for U.S. needs in the 20th century.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
One day the 28-year-old could be in an old-school varsity in a sweater inspired by mid-1900s athletic Ivy League wardrobe.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2025
In the last few months, the duo attended both an e-sports tournament in Paris, when thousands gathered to watch teams of players battle it out on stage, and the DreamHack in Stockholm, an old-school LAN party.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Richard Danzig, secretary of the Navy during the Clinton administration, has long warned that old-school bureaucracies within the Defense Department reflexively fight basic reforms on procurement in favor of continuing to buy expensive weapons designed for U.S. needs in the 20th century.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
One day the 28-year-old could be in an old-school varsity in a sweater inspired by mid-1900s athletic Ivy League wardrobe.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2025
In the last few months, the duo attended both an e-sports tournament in Paris, when thousands gathered to watch teams of players battle it out on stage, and the DreamHack in Stockholm, an old-school LAN party.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-school
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Furnishings include a vintage Illum Wikkelsø sofa (right), a Dan Pollock cocktail table, and an antique Persian rug.—
Mayer Rus,
Architectural Digest,
11 Feb. 2025
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Serious architectural salvage may be found at Ricca’s, two blocks over—a treasure trove of bird baths, bank lamps, and vintage door knockers.—
Jenny Adams,
AFAR Media,
11 Feb. 2025
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One big hope is that increased physical play makes Sweden more competitive at the international level against traditional hockey powers like the United States, Canada and Finland.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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The includes the open banking rule, which has generally been well received by fintech players but opposed by traditional banks. CFPB finalized the rule at the end of 2024, with large depository institutions required to comply by April 2026.—
Lucinda Shen,
Axios,
11 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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Experts said other groups beyond faith institutions could follow Metropolitan’s lead at a time when hate and anti-government extremist groups are on the rise and some conservative organizations are stepping up efforts to dismantle civil rights policies and laws.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Together, Vance's actions amounted to an astonishing intervention in European politics that was swiftly condemned by top officials, including Germany's conservative leader and likely next chancellor.—
Zachary Basu,
Axios,
15 Feb. 2025
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Past a series of antique rifles chained to a wall, past an intricate system of conveyor belts whisking books to the surface, the library stores an enormous collection of plays, manuscripts, and letters.—
Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2025
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Commonwealth Books: This Downtown Crossing spot carries books on arts, history, architecture, philosophy and other subjects, as well as antique prints and maps.—
Steph Solis,
Axios,
6 Feb. 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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Floridians remain largely shackled to an antiquated system that prioritizes profits over the interests of everyday consumers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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There’s antiquated equipment that’s still actively relevant for many facilities.—
Mark Peikert,
IndieWire,
31 Jan. 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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Remember the historical mention of Himiko in Chinese sources?—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-school. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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