Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for oldfangled
Adjective
  • While it’s spoken of only briefly, his adoration for vintage McGwyer Mortimer is clearly a way of keeping alive the memory of his late wife, who was an even bigger fan.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Feb. 2025
  • The 1,000-square-foot shop, said to be the oldest comic shop in Florida, has long boxes of vintage comic books and stacks of collectible Spider-Man figures stacked to the ceiling.
    Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The frame is crafted with sturdy steel hardware and finished with an antique bronze powder accent.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 27 Jan. 2025
  • Across two floors, the gallery showcases contemporary works, including glass pieces by Philipp Weber, alongside its unique collection of antique art, furniture, decor, and photography, attracting discerning art collectors and curators from across the globe.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The atmosphere itself is part of the experience, with retro vibes meeting modern design and cleverly themed spaces that blend playfulness with sophistication.
    AvidXchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Queen Letizia of Spain made the case for a retro trend while in Barcelona for a royal engagement on Thursday.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, the wooden bleachers inside the antiquated stadium were covered by 84,059 seat cushions with an Apple logo, a marketing decision that Steve Jobs personally approved when approached by an NFL executive.
    Mark Purdy, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
  • One of the most perplexing and seemingly antiquated features of City Hall got a lot of use Tuesday: a bulletin board where motions are posted for public viewing.
    Tony Barboza, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • His rise exemplifies how the new generation of artists are rewriting the rules of success—leveraging social media to cultivate a following before stepping into the traditional industry spotlight.
    Hala Mustafa, Billboard, 31 Jan. 2025
  • What to expect: Colorful performances, a market and traditional music along with family-friendly activities and plenty of authentic street food at the Far East Center.
    Axios Denver, Axios, 31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • While that was up 16.2% from a year earlier, the inventory remained well below the annual historical average of about 1.98 million, according to data going back to 1999.
    ALEX VEIGA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 25 Jan. 2025
  • Folsom Lake is at 37 percent capacity, which is 84 percent of its historical average.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • According to the Louvre’s own findings, some 80 percent of ticket holders visit the Salle des États to see the 16th century portrait—that’s between 20,000-30,000 visitors a day, well beyond what the historic gallery was intended to accommodate.
    Tessa Solomon for ARTnews, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025
  • The snowstorm that hit New Orleans on Tuesday was historic, dumping 10 inches of snow, the most since 1895, and shutting down the city.
    Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Oldfangled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oldfangled. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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