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
Renewable fuels are produced from sustainable, renewable, non-fossilized organic materials instead of non-renewable petroleum.
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New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026
People come here to spend time on the quiet beach, hunting for shells and fossilized shark's teeth.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Diatomaceous Earth Diatomaceous earth is a fine powder, made from fossilized algae, that is completely non-toxic to humans and pets but deadly to many insects—including ants.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
Witchy Friend Heretic Häxan, $125 For fans of the occult, Heretic’s Haxan offers just the rich, embery combination of fossilized amber, oakmoss and musks.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 25 Nov. 2025
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New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026
People come here to spend time on the quiet beach, hunting for shells and fossilized shark's teeth.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Diatomaceous Earth Diatomaceous earth is a fine powder, made from fossilized algae, that is completely non-toxic to humans and pets but deadly to many insects—including ants.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
Witchy Friend Heretic Häxan, $125 For fans of the occult, Heretic’s Haxan offers just the rich, embery combination of fossilized amber, oakmoss and musks.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fossilized
Adjective
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Rather remain archaic and barbaric than find a better option to give.—
Yesika Salgado,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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An American classic, the cover oddly archaic, blue, with disembodied eyes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Crucially, this is not an argument that campuses are obsolete.—
Ian Gibson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Longtime breakfast staples like oatmeal and potatoes, which could take hours to prepare and cook, were suddenly obsolete.—
Heather Bushman,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The report revealed antiquated systems and policies dating back decades that prevent the city's Department of Finance from tracking and collecting all of the money owed.—
Dorothy Tucker,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The hospitals struggled over the years under the company with inadequate staffing and antiquated equipment.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Maryland lawmakers voted to designate the massive, prehistoric megalodon as the state's official shark.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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After your cave tour, try your hand at gem mining or pursue the impressive exhibit of relics, fossils, and skeletal artifacts, including the remains of a prehistoric bear that dates back 32,300 years.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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At Pembroke Castle, staff say the discovery adds a new dimension to the site's long history as a medieval fortress and birthplace of Henry VII in 1457.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The city of Galway, on the west side of Ireland, is widely known for its medieval streets, colorful shopfronts and historical landmarks.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Fossilized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fossilized. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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