as in archaic
having passed its time of use or usefulness
fossilized notions about the proper place of women in society
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Recent Examples of fossilized
But the prolific writer-director’s latest provides an illustration of how the genre became somewhat fossilized via formulaic writing and overexposure even before 1950s television began churning out Western content in bulk.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Finding a plesiosaur fossil is rare compared to other fossilized marine reptiles from that time, like ichthyosaurs.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
Today, the legacy of the giant moa endures through its fossilized bones and the stories preserved in Māori oral tradition.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Measuring about 1 inch (26.5 millimeters) long with a wingspan of 2.7 inches (68.2 millimeters), its fossilized form is nearly intact, with its veined wings spread wide.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 13 May 2025
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Finding a plesiosaur fossil is rare compared to other fossilized marine reptiles from that time, like ichthyosaurs.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
Today, the legacy of the giant moa endures through its fossilized bones and the stories preserved in Māori oral tradition.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Measuring about 1 inch (26.5 millimeters) long with a wingspan of 2.7 inches (68.2 millimeters), its fossilized form is nearly intact, with its veined wings spread wide.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fossilized
Adjective
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Many across the political spectrum, including USDA insiders, acknowledge that the Farm Service Agency systems are complex and archaic and that some of its systems are in need of reform.—
Jenna McLaughlin,
NPR,
10 July 2025
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The grease, which then floated to the surface of the water, could be skimmed off the top and eaten — providing a calorie-dense food source for the archaic people.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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The Fed said the renovation will remove asbestos and lead contamination as well as replace antiquated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire-safety systems.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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Bondi said the jail's antiquated security cameras cut off for one minute every night.—
Scott MacFarlane,
CBS News,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, the technology that the Pentagon developed on its own often became obsolete before a weapon was even deployed.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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Just pay attention to apple list of vintage and obsolete devices, which includes the iPhones that can’t be updated at all.—
Kate O'Flaherty,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The Taung Child’s remains were found alongside other smaller prey remains and eggshells in what may be a prehistoric raptor’s nest.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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The Neumark-Nord site in central Germany is turning out to be a prehistoric goldmine, and not just for bones.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
12 July 2025
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Jackson hoped that the exhibition would counter the misconception that medieval women were universally downtrodden drudges.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
10 July 2025
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This location captures the folk charm and romance of Germany's medieval architecture, having been inspired by architectural styles from northern Germany, Bavaria, the Rhineland and Black Forest, ranging in era from the 12th to 17th centuries.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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“Fossilized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fossilized. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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