1
: adhering to traditional policies or practices
an old-school coach
2
: characteristic or evocative of an earlier or original style, manner, or form
old-school music
: adherents of traditional policies and practices
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Examples of old-school in a Sentence
Adjective
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
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Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 21 July 2024
From old-school Cuban at Havana Restaurant and Don Ramon, to Florribean barbecue at Tropical Smokehouse, to bistro fare in a breezy dining room of The Blue Door, to pretty pastries and brunch at Hive Bakery & Cafe, there are good eats all across the city.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 July 2024
That starts with a rather old-school booking hierarchy that’s key to understanding the ship: passengers have the choice of four classes of travel that determine not only the type of cabin or suite but also which dining venues will be available to them.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2024
Plus, Miko has good taste on her side, tapping Jowell & Randy for an old-school reggaetón touch.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 19 July 2024
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Adjective
He was known for his great old-school baseball acumen and his explosive temper.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 21 July 2024
From old-school Cuban at Havana Restaurant and Don Ramon, to Florribean barbecue at Tropical Smokehouse, to bistro fare in a breezy dining room of The Blue Door, to pretty pastries and brunch at Hive Bakery & Cafe, there are good eats all across the city.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 July 2024
That starts with a rather old-school booking hierarchy that’s key to understanding the ship: passengers have the choice of four classes of travel that determine not only the type of cabin or suite but also which dining venues will be available to them.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2024
Plus, Miko has good taste on her side, tapping Jowell & Randy for an old-school reggaetón touch.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 19 July 2024
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/old-school. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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