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as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
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as in traditional
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
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Recent Examples of old-school
Despite its old-school 468-bhp, six-speed manual, rear-wheel-drive setup, the Runabout weighs less than a Mini thanks to the plentiful use of extruded aluminum.
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New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
Its old-school elegance and history are complemented by its various amenities and activities—among them, a top-notch spa, a legendary golf course, and several on-site restaurants.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Jan. 2026
However, this old-school trick should stay in the past.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
So 1 meter of this new material is roughly equivalent to one old-school computer processing unit (CPU).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
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New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
Its old-school elegance and history are complemented by its various amenities and activities—among them, a top-notch spa, a legendary golf course, and several on-site restaurants.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Jan. 2026
However, this old-school trick should stay in the past.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
So 1 meter of this new material is roughly equivalent to one old-school computer processing unit (CPU).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-school
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Classic dishes like cheese fondue, steaks and crème brûlée match the vintage look of the room, with its tassel gold chandeliers and red velvet bar chairs.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Stretch Knit presents soft and lightweight pieces with a flattering drape, while the Ribbed Seamless collection offers soft, stretchy ribbed garments with a vintage wash and moisture-wicking technology.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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This includes subtle feedback that traditional simulators often miss.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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In the work, traditional folklore and marvelous, uncanny incidents are often the sites of resistance against colonialism or enslavement.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Irving’s Anta line consists of his two signature basketball sneakers, as well as a lighter and lower-cut version of the first called the Kai 1 Speed and the Tribe, a lifestyle model influenced by retro skate shoes.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Many have been around for decades and have a delightfully retro feel, a striking contrast to the modern hipster aura that most cafés around the world wear.—
Arundhati Hazra,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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This falls short of the double-digit growth being reported by Meta and Microsoft, but IBM is opting for a conservative approach.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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When Yoon was in office, Kim was embroiled in a series of scandals that severely hurt the conservative leader's approval rating and provided relentless political ammunition to his rivals.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Plough’s garden furniture is deteriorating, and an antique sign visible in the Cameron-Xi event is absent.—
Brendan Murray,
Bloomberg,
27 Jan. 2026
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Designer Jan Showers started a collection of antique perfume bottles after happening upon a dealer while shopping for a client in New York.—
Ryan Conner,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Consequently, initial opportunities would have to come from the right, where Emery tends to station his widest, most orthodox winger.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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The production company’s development slate is highlighted by the action-drama Barney Ross, a story about the titular orthodox rabbinical student who, after witnessing the murder of his rabbi father, fell in with a young Al Capone and Jack Ruby.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
15 Jan. 2026
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The pair led City to the Third Division title in May 1985, but triumph turned to tragedy on the final day of the season as the antiquated main stand caught fire with devastating consequences.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Insufferable antiquated federal standards reflect low expectations that do not meet the modern day needs of working New Yorkers.—
Gian Carlo Pedulla,
New York Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kristen Wiig gives old-time Hollywood in a lacy pink dress backstage before her appearance on The Tonight Show.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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But the original radiates a kind of old-time religion; and while the music of Bowie’s version lacks some of that spirit, the words still carry it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-school. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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