as in antique
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time
the designer's bracelets and necklaces have the vintage look of jewelry from the 1920s
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Recent Examples of vintage
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
There are also hands-on cooking classes with guest chefs through Chef and Friends, monthly palm readings, and a vintage antique jewelry experience with Bell and Bird.
—Mandy Ellis, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
As a Latino family of three watched his Grammys acceptance speech on a tiny vintage TV set, Bad Bunny approached them and gave one of his trophies from that night to a young boy.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Over-Styling Your Shelves Styling your shelves with personal mementos, vintage treasures, and more can give your home an eclectic aesthetic—but don't overdo it.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
There are also hands-on cooking classes with guest chefs through Chef and Friends, monthly palm readings, and a vintage antique jewelry experience with Bell and Bird.
—Mandy Ellis, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
Charming vintage pieces and cheery hues contribute to the exuberant atmosphere in spaces designed by Katie Rosenfeld and Co.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
As a Latino family of three watched his Grammys acceptance speech on a tiny vintage TV set, Bad Bunny approached them and gave one of his trophies from that night to a young boy.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vintage
Adjective
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The designer brings out her clients’ personalities with new and antique elements sourced around the world while drawing inspiration from fashion, art, architecture, and design history to create spaces that are rich in detail.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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Morgan and Glazer spent months traveling together through the United States, France, England, Scotland and Ireland, scouting antique fairs and dealers, flea markets, junk shops and old manor houses selling their patrimony.—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lithium-ion batteries have the highest energy density of any energy storage technology built to date.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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But court watcher and lawyer David Lat, who writes about the law, wondered recently whether an October publication date is a sign that Alito is staying put.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This time, however, the retro silhouettes are being taken over by whimsical, maximalist details.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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The resulting costume design and look of the country club feel simultaneously retro and timeless.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Mrigakshi is a science journalist who enjoys writing about space exploration, biology, and technological innovations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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The hotel’s outdoor lawn and event space has quickly become a hot wedding venue—nearly every weekend in the summer and fall was booked up.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The neighborhood/area Nestled along Pinney's Beach, the property sits just minutes from museums, plantation homes, and historic churches dating to the 1600s.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Missouri - Travelers can cross the historic Chain of Rocks bridge over the Mississippi River and explore underground cages.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Putin thought a window of opportunity had finally emerged, such that in those historical assessments Ukraine will follow from Afghanistan much as Poland in 1939 followed from Munich in 1938.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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While the property isn’t within walking distance of most historical sites, guests can rent bikes from local vendors (like Bike Nevis) or hire a taxi to get around.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Vintage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vintage. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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