of yesteryear

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: of the past : from a long time ago

the values of yesteryear

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Czapek has given us an array of excellent watches over the past few years, but these new Promenade models showcase the house’s incredible capabilities in dial making, as well as its history as a major Swiss brand of yesteryear. —Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024

True to the Newman Daytonas of yesteryear, the 126529LN was also very difficult to get. —Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024

Even when just about every type of silhouette or shape has been exhausted by designers of yesteryear, Adusei manages to develop exciting forms and off-the-cuff details that separate his clothes from the rest. —Indya Brown, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024

Although the current Rockets aren’t the same as the squads of yesteryear that met Golden State in intense playoff series, there’s bad blood. —Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024

Flipping between current times at a harsh Texas youth camp and a wild west legend of yesteryear, the film — like its source material — keeps things down to earth and ridiculously fun. —Debby Wolfinsohn, EW.com, 28 Mar. 2024

The place is supposed to feel like a village inn of yesteryear, where simple, lovingly made dishes are left to simmer on the stove throughout the day, offering nourishment to all comers. —Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2024

Since this was an anniversary night, celebrating the Hornets’ days of yesteryear and the franchise’s 35-plus years of existence, there’s going to be a throwback moment, trying to relive some of those special times when the old building off Tyvola Road was jumping. —Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2024

Where the boho-chic outfits of yesteryear were loud (in colorful shades of red and teal), the 2024 approach clearly revolves around quieter shades of brown, black, and beige. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2024