as in obsoleteness
the condition of no longer being used or useful; the condition of being obsolete
the obsolescence of the old technology Once a useful tool, slide rules have fallen into obsolescence.
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Recent Examples of obsolescence
That valuation is justified by its reliance on Nvidia chips, which last long, thereby questioning the notion of obsolescence.
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Not everything that is priced cheaply qualifies as a distressed asset; there are some whose discount is deserved, such as structural flaws, regulatory problems or market obsolescence.
—Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The Supreme Court upheld the original law, meaning we’re left with essentially the same options as two months ago: a new owner for TikTok or a ban on the app, which would halt app updates and eventually lead to app obsolescence.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 11 Mar. 2025
Businesses must adapt quickly or face obsolescence.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Not everything that is priced cheaply qualifies as a distressed asset; there are some whose discount is deserved, such as structural flaws, regulatory problems or market obsolescence.
—Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The Supreme Court upheld the original law, meaning we’re left with essentially the same options as two months ago: a new owner for TikTok or a ban on the app, which would halt app updates and eventually lead to app obsolescence.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 11 Mar. 2025
Businesses must adapt quickly or face obsolescence.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obsolescence
Noun
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The fair’s eleventh edition hosted 91 international exhibitors, including 13 new galleries that showcased modern and contemporary art, antiquities, jewelry and design objects.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Its New York offshoot shows much more recent art: Two-thirds of exhibitors are modern and contemporary galleries, and other exhibitors offer antiquities and jewelry.—
Farah Nayeri,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Like the Kearns have done, families could split into different rooms, as well, depending on the age of their children.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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In addition to entertainment, the event will host a variety of artisan vendors, food options, and activities for children, creating a lively atmosphere for all ages.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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“Obsolescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obsolescence. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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