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
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
The centerpiece of her outfit was a vintage lacy Blumarine mini dress from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, featuring delicate pink and silver embroidery along a low V neckline and a drop-waist silhouette.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
The film is devoid of talking heads and rich with offscreen interviews, both new and vintage, that serve as insightful voiceover commentary.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
To balance the brand’s strong core category, novelties like twisted inseams, studs, vintage coatings that give denim a touch of sheen and flocked velvet finishing are included in the women’s range.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
The centerpiece of her outfit was a vintage lacy Blumarine mini dress from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, featuring delicate pink and silver embroidery along a low V neckline and a drop-waist silhouette.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
One way of doing this is incorporating at least one antique or vintage item.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
The film is devoid of talking heads and rich with offscreen interviews, both new and vintage, that serve as insightful voiceover commentary.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vintage
Adjective
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Bargain hunting at antique shops and thrift stores is a lot of fun.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2026
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In the nearby entry foyer, an antique tapestry hangs behind a dining table surrounded with Bauhaus cantilever chairs by Mies Van der Roe’s chairs.—
Elizabeth Kiefer,
Architectural Digest,
23 Feb. 2026
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British Airways, for instance, says customers flying between London Heathrow and Abu Dhabi, Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai or Tel Aviv up to March 15 can change their flight date free of charge to travel on or before March 29, while those travelling up to March 8 may also request a full refund.—
Karla Cripps,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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Year to date, Brent crude is up nearly 23%, at its highest levels of 2026 and its strongest since at least mid-2025.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Candy stripers are a relic of the past, but the same retro red-and-white wardrobe has a different appeal when seen in a bedding setting.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2026
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These retro flowers call to mind boho dresses and Woodstock.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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The one thing that is undetermined that could free up even more cap space is the situation surrounding defensive tackle Kenny Clark.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Mar. 2026
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In true Dean fashion, this space was once Dublin’s most iconic nightclub, now transformed into one of the city’s most covetable gym experiences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Ward is among those who worry the project will accelerate changes in the historic Black neighborhood.—
Drew Kann,
AJC.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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Kansas City has a historic conference champion in college basketball.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The adequacy report includes historical context, as well as superintendent, principal and teacher surveys.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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Get inspired via a dedicated website featuring narratives that highlight Route 66’s cultural impact, Then & Now historical images, and a comprehensive events calendar that will help visitors plan to attend centennial events throughout the year.—
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes,
Boston Herald,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Vintage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vintage. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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