of yesteryear

phrase

literary
: of the past : from a long time ago
the values of yesteryear
radio shows of yesteryear

Examples of of yesteryear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
While HyLight’s airship looks superficially similar to the zeppelins of yesteryear, the design has had some significant updates. — Edd Gent, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Oct. 2026 The once-ubiquitous men’s accessory of yesteryear has found new legions of fans among stylish youngsters and luxury brands in recent seasons. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 Marked by a surprisingly tall neon tower, the theatre hosts a 45-minute ghost tour that dives into local lore and spooky tales of yesteryear. — Nicholas Derenzo, Travel + Leisure, 23 Sep. 2026 Remember the olden days of yesteryear when winning the division was a huge deal? — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for of yesteryear

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Of yesteryear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20yesteryear. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!