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
The retro design looks straight out of a rock ‘n’ roll history book, which is half the fun of owning it.
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PC Magazine, 30 Aug. 2025
Enjoy Motor City as pastiche, however, and the nonsensical bits can just about be read as part of the film’s retro charm.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 30 Aug. 2025
Stay true to the retro Halloween snack and use white tissue paper, black ribbon, and a black marker to decorate the ghost's face.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Cicy Bell Barrel Flare Jeans Looking to combine two retro trends?
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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PC Magazine, 30 Aug. 2025
Enjoy Motor City as pastiche, however, and the nonsensical bits can just about be read as part of the film’s retro charm.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 30 Aug. 2025
Stay true to the retro Halloween snack and use white tissue paper, black ribbon, and a black marker to decorate the ghost's face.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Cicy Bell Barrel Flare Jeans Looking to combine two retro trends?
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retro
Adjective
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Messi’s deft chip over the goalkeeper and two scrambling defenders was a vintage finish from the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Popular attractions in Reno include the National Automobile Museum, which houses more than 200 classic and vintage cars, and the Truckee River Walk, a scenic walk along the water with cafes and shops along the route.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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These are considerations that can be reflected in new pieces, as well as antique.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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Her idea was to clip the corner of the room, creating a vestibule with cast glass and antique brass frames.—
Keith Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Retro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retro. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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