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Recent Examples of unfashionable Superman wraps these deeply unfashionable themes and aspirations in the pomp, spectacle, and humor that are Gunn’s superhero trademark (see: the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, easily among the best of Marvel Comics’ cinematic offerings). Derek Robertson, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025 From the gorgeous, earthy stripe on Madewell’s mini skirt to a romantic floral print on Belle Poque’s midi dress, these designs will put a unique spin on any outfit, without looking unfashionable in less than a year. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025 People who write paeans to the suburbs, on topics that sit on the cusp between white-collar and blue-collar, are unfashionable these days. Christopher Bonanos, Vulture, 18 July 2025 Some people worry that one-piece swimsuits appear unfashionable or dated. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for unfashionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfashionable
Adjective
  • The girl also reported seeing inappropriate images on the screensaver of an iPad at Berrelez’s home.
    Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Judge Arun Subramanian noted the tone of the defense's letter was inappropriate and should not be done again.
    Lauryn Overhultz , Tracy Wright , Maria Paronich , Kirill Clark, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The environment, rich in chemicals and low in oxygen due to bacterial mats, was unsuitable for scavengers.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Due to the approaching darkness and unsuitable weather conditions, rescuers could not be deployed that night out of concern for their safety.
    David Chiu, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • In April, the sheriff disclosed further issues, including incorrect citation numbers and amounts.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Aerating in the incorrect season could have negative consequences for your lawn.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Hoka Women’s Kaha 2 GTX Waterproof Hiking Boots Hiking boots don’t need to be frumpy and unstylish—just look at this adorable pair that’s now up to 59 percent off just in time for the Fourth of July.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
  • Only this time, Trump’s ambush was far more clearly choreographed, and thus somewhat less unstylish.
    Jonny Steinberg, Time, 22 May 2025
Adjective
  • There’s something wrong with them right away.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Mike McDaniel said Wright did nothing wrong, but Miami needed more bodies on defense and special teams.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Once known for dowdy packaging and perhaps questionable tastes or ingredients, the products now compete with national name brands, sparking a shakeup among major food companies.
    Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Defense leaders have sat on their hands, refusing to acknowledge the need for dowdy, run-of-the-mill tankers.
    Craig Hooper, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Both zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, the most common mineral filters, are notoriously finicky ingredients—the thick white powders are cosmetically inelegant and prone to leaving white casts, particularly on deeper skin tones.
    Dani Hardman, Allure, 15 Sep. 2025
  • A certain inelegant hastiness in the plot has been resolved by treating the monologues almost as arias, giving them each an equal sense of grandeur, like the relentless finale of a fireworks display.
    Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • When Jean arrived with Wole, before the sun was high-hot, Kelly was already there, sitting tacky under Mickey Martinez’s arm, inside his red F-150, the boat hitched behind.
    David Wright Faladé, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
  • The bond is infused with biotin to nourish while gripping lash clusters securely, and the seal is enriched with vitamin E to eliminate tacky residue and keep everything looking seamless.
    Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 25 Sep. 2025

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“Unfashionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfashionable. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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