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as in retro
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the loft's retrograde decor seeks to capture the look and feel of the swinging '60s
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as in to deteriorate
to become worse or of less value
the Dark Ages, the period following the fall of the Roman Empire when Western civilization seriously retrograded
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as in counterclockwise
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Recent Examples of retrograde
Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 27 Dec. 2024
When Uranus is retrograde, its effects become more introspective, urging us to reconsider our relationship with security and comfort.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2025
Reawakening confidence Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Revisiting inner softness
Mars retrograded through your sign, asking: what outdated narratives from your past are no longer serving you?
—Colin Bedell, Them, 28 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The only caveat is that three planets are retrograde: Mars, Jupiter and Uranus.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 27 Dec. 2024
When Uranus is retrograde, its effects become more introspective, urging us to reconsider our relationship with security and comfort.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
The Five of Swords arrives to suggest tension in relationships, possibly due to miscommunication around the time that Mercury stations retrograde on the 15th.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2025
Reawakening confidence Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Revisiting inner softness
Mars retrograded through your sign, asking: what outdated narratives from your past are no longer serving you?
—Colin Bedell, Them, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retrograde
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Under Desk Elliptical Machine Equally adept with forward and backward motion, the Hohouy offers 15 manual speed modes as well as three auto modes that simulate climbing up and down hills and steps.—
Ho Lin,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2025
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The tuck position is far easier in a backward rotation than what's required for a front flip.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Quilted jackets for a touch of classic, cottage-core charm and, on the opposite end of the spectrum, retro track jackets with so-sporty vibes.—
Victoria Montalti,
refinery29.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Flattered Launches Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Flattered’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection embraces retro aesthetics, drawing inspiration from ’60s minimalism.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Its effects weren’t confined to California—air quality deteriorated in neighboring states, and supply chain disruptions followed.—
Joel Carboni,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Despite overcoming the initial infection, Thomas’ condition deteriorated.—
Amy McGorry,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Zoom out: The vortex is an area of low pressure with winds swirling counterclockwise around it .—
Andrew Freedman,
Axios,
15 Feb. 2025
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Zoom out: The vortex is an area of low pressure that is a typical feature of the Northern Hemisphere's winter season, with winds swirling around it counterclockwise.—
Andrew Freedman,
Axios,
13 Feb. 2025
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The Chopard spokesmodel later boarded a helicopter at Hudson Yards, changing into a vintage shearling coat by Dolce & Gabbana.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
9 Mar. 2025
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The move came a decade after former Gov. George Ryan established a moratorium on death sentences after a string of men were let off death row after DNA evidence called their guilt into question. Want more vintage Chicago?—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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What begins as a refuge quickly descends into a nightmare as the siblings uncover dark cult practices and confront an ancient evil lurking beneath the surface.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2025
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Last month, the press conference for the upcoming bout previously descended into a bit of chaos when Eubank Jr produced an egg from his pocket and hit his British rival across the cheek with his left hand – he was later fined £100,000 for this outburst.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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At Chloé, the faux fur tassels and antique gold talisman charms successfully transitioned the brand’s bohemian energy from spring to fall.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
17 Mar. 2025
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Loveless is drawn to antique mirrors for a variety of reasons.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Representatives for Boeing declined to comment on the matter.—
Rebecca Falconer,
Axios,
14 Mar. 2025
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An Interior Department spokesperson declined to comment on personnel matters.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Retrograde.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrograde. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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