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adjective

ˈbī-ˌgȯn How to pronounce bygone (audio)
Definition of bygonenext
as in extinct
no longer existing elderly people reminiscing about bygone fashions

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noun

as in past

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Recent Examples of bygone
Adjective
In this context, many proslavery Americans saw the song’s protagonist as longing not just for bygone days but for a return to slavery. — Christopher Lynch, The Conversation, 1 July 2026 New York City horse racing rumbled to the finish line Sunday, as Aqueduct Racetrack — in all its paint-peeling, dilapidated glory — staged the venue’s last live races, transporting aging fans to a bygone era. — Lili Kobielski, NBC news, 29 June 2026
Noun
It's meant to be wholly feminine and romantic, reminiscent of bygone times. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 Quaint rooms are airy and capture the essence of bygone beach retreats in the best possible way. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bygone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bygone
  1. extinct
  2. past
  3. defunct
  4. yesteryear
  5. gone
  6. yore
Adjective
  • The species has remained unchanged since prehistoric times, finding ways to survive while other species became extinct, according to the San Diego Zoo.
    — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 16 July 2026
  • There are others still who believe that something like a dragon may have actually existed but went extinct, though there’s no real scientific evidence supporting that.
    — Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 15 July 2026
Definition of extinct
Noun
  • France trailed 4-0 when Mbappé flicked a shot past goalkeeper Dean Henderson in the 48th minute.
    — Alanis Thames, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
  • That one thing Cyrano can’t get past is that famously large nose of his.
    — David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of past
Adjective
  • For example, in 2022, the FCC implemented a new rule requiring operators to dispose of dead satellites within five years, aimed at ensuring defunct spacecraft would not remain spaceborne garbage for decades to come.
    — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
  • That was a goalless draw for the men’s team against Petrolul Ploiesti in August 1995 being followed by a 1-0 loss in Romania to exit the now defunct Cup Winners’ Cup at the qualifying stage.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of defunct
Noun
  • Non-manufacturing teams are spending more time in the plants than ever, and executive visits happen more regularly over the big, scripted affairs of yesteryears.
    — Breana Noble, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026
  • These are not the Bermuda shorts of yesteryear—they’re roomier, tailored, and much more chic.
    — Erika Reals, InStyle, 23 June 2026
Definition of yesteryear
Adjective
  • Suddenly, photos, videos, or important documents are just… gone.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 15 May 2026
  • Room by room, the author takes us through the house, now long gone.
    — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
Definition of gone
Noun
  • Latin America is swinging rightward again, electing presidents who promise to channel the strongmen of yore and rule the region through might, not right.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026
  • Tier 9 My favorite tier of yore was hopelessly thinned out by A) the quality at the top of his draft and B) NIL money luring some fake prospects back to the college ranks.
    — John Hollinger, New York Times, 20 June 2026
Definition of yore

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