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as in retro
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the loft's retrograde decor seeks to capture the look and feel of the swinging '60s
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as in to deteriorate
to become worse or of less value
the Dark Ages, the period following the fall of the Roman Empire when Western civilization seriously retrograded
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as in counterclockwise
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Recent Examples of retrograde
Usa Today, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Many of Barbara’s dreams are superficial and retrograde.
—Boris Kachka, The Atlantic, 3 Apr. 2026
Annabel Gat, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
The signs that will feel this Mercury retrograde the most are the mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces).
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Pluto goes retrograde today, forcing a deep dive into ancestry, heritage, and family secrets.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Many of Barbara’s dreams are superficial and retrograde.
—Boris Kachka, The Atlantic, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
What does Mercury retrograde in Pisces mean for our love lives?
—Annabel Gat, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
The signs that will feel this Mercury retrograde the most are the mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces).
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retrograde
Adjective
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Michal Strahilevitz, a professor of marketing at Saint Mary's College of California who studies business ethics, thinks the whole compensation framework is backward.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Sustained excellence rests on timely, decision‑relevant data that enables early action, not backward reporting, and clear ownership from strategy through execution, ensuring accountability sits with impact.—
Daniah Robertson,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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Some of the 2026 kitchen tile trends include retro rhapsody, organic depth and texture, and eclectic artistry.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Vintage memorabilia, chrome accents, retro booths, and tabletop jukeboxes complete the diner’s unmistakable mid-century atmosphere.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Midwest Living,
31 May 2026
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As her health deteriorated, Amy's disciples were led to believe her death would herald a celestial exit, Heaven's Gate-style (via UFO), paving the way for society's salvation.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Even better, people taking the drug had about five more months before their quality of life deteriorated compared to those on chemotherapy.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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Pressing down on the wrench, move it counterclockwise then clockwise.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
21 May 2026
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First of all, one now programs the countdown function via the lower pusher on the side of the case, and the countdown minute- and seconds-hands now turn counterclockwise, which is a more intuitive configuration for tracking receding time.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Bottega Conticelli objets d’arts from leather and wood include vintage-style steamer trunks that conceal in-suite televisions and fragrant stationery items.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Page, our master of style, tells us her painting philosophy, her vintage shopping advice, what's next on her DIY list, and her perspective as a first-time homeowner.—
Sarah Everett,
The Spruce,
2 June 2026
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At least 45 people were arrested in Paris on Saturday after celebrations over Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory descended into chaos, with fires set, businesses vandalized and crowds clashing with police.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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In humans, the larynx has descended far down into the neck.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Dotted along Lake Shore Drive are a few gift shops, antique stores, and lakeside dining options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Not only is the route loaded with some of the best seafood shacks in the state, but it’s also studded with antique shops, local makers, and boutique hotels that are worth the trip.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Verb
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His Democratic Party then went further by pushing a special counsel that could cancel the charges against him outright -- a move Lee declined to endorse or oppose publicly.—
Joohee Cho,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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Writers and reporters at the conference are learning how to improve their coverage of topics, including changes to education at the federal and state levels, the use of artificial intelligence in schools, and declining enrollment.—
Kellye Lynn,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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“Retrograde.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrograde. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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