as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
retro fashions that seek to capture the lost glamour of Hollywood in the 1930s
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Recent Examples of retro
Either way, the automaker pays homage to the American Southwest with this concept featuring a retro white-and-tan two-tone paint scheme and an awesome interior that looks like a saddle blanket.
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Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
The bold 992 pairs glorious retro styling with modern-day performance.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
Like her retro sound, Davis says that going all-analog was more of a happy accident than a choice.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Finish the look with retro sunnies and walking-friendly heels that’ll take you from shopping to poolside drinks.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
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Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
The bold 992 pairs glorious retro styling with modern-day performance.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
Like her retro sound, Davis says that going all-analog was more of a happy accident than a choice.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Finish the look with retro sunnies and walking-friendly heels that’ll take you from shopping to poolside drinks.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for retro
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retro
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The brand debuted its first-ever women’s denim collection this month, offering a vintage wide-leg jean and an oversize denim jacket in bone and light indigo washes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Mar. 2026
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Tolle’s other concept, The Snack Shack, offers a vintage diner experience at 6018 Johnson Drive.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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On a cul-de-sac overlooking Rockport Harbor, the 1-plus-acre lot includes a balcony and terrace, an antique guest house, a beach area, and a three-car garage topped by bonus space.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
23 Mar. 2026
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They were unearthed by the eagle eye of wunderkind antique dealer Jamie Sharp, a rising star in the world of vintage treasures and, so, a natural partner for The Vault.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Retro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retro. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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