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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But the hotel offers plenty of experiences to get to know the area, from countryside tours in a vintage VW convertible to blessing ceremonies at one of Ubud’s oldest sacred sites.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Specifically, Advance Denim’s Reflex line of performance stretch fabrics utilizes VintageFX technology, a dual-core yarn engineered to produce long-wearing, comfort-stretch denim that looks and feels like a favorite pair of vintage jeans.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
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But there's also Tanglin Village with its smaller boutiques, Dempsey Hill with its dining scene and antique shops, and the Peranakan shophouses tucked down side streets that offer glimpses of Singapore's history.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Through a gallery with a rotating selection of contemporary works lies a secret garden with antique gates opening to sophisticated tents lit by Venetian lanterns.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Retro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retro. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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