as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the theater has been painstakingly restored to its old-world elegance
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Recent Examples of old-world
This under-the-radar destination is rich in old-world charm, with rolling hills, independent shops, small vineyards, and country inns.
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Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Situated in the Auteil neighborhood of the 16th arrondissement (a locale known for its quiet sense of luxury), the home offers soaring ceilings, a grand hallway, and accessible balcony that give this property an old-world feel.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
That inclination for old-world glamour is still expressed at his Upper East Side atelier, which is decorated with art and antiques collected by Costa on his travels—and are available for clients to purchase.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Fueled by celebrity influence and a growing appetite for more individuality in bridal jewelry, the trend is reshaping old-world craftsmanship through a bolder modern lens.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
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Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Situated in the Auteil neighborhood of the 16th arrondissement (a locale known for its quiet sense of luxury), the home offers soaring ceilings, a grand hallway, and accessible balcony that give this property an old-world feel.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
That inclination for old-world glamour is still expressed at his Upper East Side atelier, which is decorated with art and antiques collected by Costa on his travels—and are available for clients to purchase.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Fueled by celebrity influence and a growing appetite for more individuality in bridal jewelry, the trend is reshaping old-world craftsmanship through a bolder modern lens.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-world
Adjective
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The vintage dessert is kind of like if a coffee cake and a blueberry crisp had a baby.—
Ella Field,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
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People could also try classic tabletop games from decades ago, brought by a person who specializes in vintage games.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Each room is uniquely designed with antique furnishings, high ceilings, and classic decor that reflects the building’s heritage.—
Daria Bachmann,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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Use the striped side for an elevated beachy style, face the florals up for a more antique feel, or mix and match them with your favorite combination.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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The silhouette combined suede and tonal fabric with clean lines and a compact profile that evoked retro athletic sneakers.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
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With decor that celebrates its retro roots, guests can stretch their way through daily beach yoga classes, and use the Kimpton’s bikes, boogie boards, and children’s beach toys—all included in the daily resort fee.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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The States has never been a traditional soccer-loving country, but Tuesday’s turnout provided more evidence there is a committed and passionate fanbase there.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Guests can choose from traditional rooms or spacious one- or two-bedroom suites, some of which have balconies and two-way gas fireplaces.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Leveraging technology to render complete 3D worlds based on meticulous historical research, the exhibition is much more than panels on a wall.—
Penny E Schwartz,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
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The volatility component seeks stocks with a lower 36-month historical return volatility.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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And historic moments are what The Star and our journalists do.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
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Amid the fallout, Honarkar lost possession of most of his properties, including the historic Hotel Laguna, where a public scuffle had broken out in 2023 between his security team and guards working for the partner who wrested control of the landmark.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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The modern Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar system replaced the aircraft’s antiquated radar.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Farms open up between the forestry, and the antiquated Martindale Chief Diner hangs on a curb.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
15 June 2026
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Nearly 60 years later, El Sombrero remains a classic old-time restaurant, almost like a little museum of Tex-Mex food on the edge of the north Fort Worth suburb.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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Historically, bootlegging went hand in hand with old-time music.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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“Old-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-world. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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