as in vintage
pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time the theater has been painstakingly restored to its old-world elegance
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Recent Examples of old-world A lot of the film’s leisurely old-world sensibility comes from its bucolic Connecticut locations. —
Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026 When not splashed with colorful tiles, the floors are covered in handmade rugs; ornate decor shipped from Alexandria brings old-world charm; intricate crown molding highlights the tall, stately ceilings. —Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026 Most visitors to London see an old-world scrim of royal palaces, ancient pubs and West End theaters. —Frank Langfitt, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026 Charming original features have been restored and a refined contemporary elegance woven in, with old-world Venetian craftsmanship sitting alongside more modern touches. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for old-world
Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026 When not splashed with colorful tiles, the floors are covered in handmade rugs; ornate decor shipped from Alexandria brings old-world charm; intricate crown molding highlights the tall, stately ceilings. —Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026 Most visitors to London see an old-world scrim of royal palaces, ancient pubs and West End theaters. —Frank Langfitt, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026 Charming original features have been restored and a refined contemporary elegance woven in, with old-world Venetian craftsmanship sitting alongside more modern touches. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for old-world
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Washes span dark to light indigo with lighter washes with fading for a vintage look.— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2026
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The company, which started as a vintage market in Bryant, Arkansas, in 2015, allowed artisans and entrepreneurs to rent space in the store to sell and promote their merchandise.— Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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L’Artisan Parfumeur is continuing its 50th anniversary celebrations at Milan Design Week through a tie-up with eclectic antique dealer Antoine Billore, who is taking over a Milanese apartment to present his first collection of hybrid furniture derived from upcycled pieces.— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Decorative pieces from the previous owner’s collection—antique maps, farm tools, and pottery vessels—add character.— Christine Chitnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
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Released in 2022, the Historiques 222 is a glitzy, modern take on one of the Swiss watchmaker’s retro classics.— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
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On the outskirts of downtown, a little ways off I-4, this retro roadside stop has been dishing out some of the best roast beef sandwiches in the South since 1968.— Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
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That strategy emphasized heavy diversification into illiquid alternative assets — such as private equity, venture capital and real estate — over traditional stocks and bonds.— Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, unlike traditional bleaching which tends to give fabrics a flat look, Zero allows marbling.— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Thousands of photographs and historical documents are stored in archives and the collections section of the museum houses an assortment of memorabilia.— Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
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All three writers turned loving, humorous, piercing gazes on a particular place, exploring, through cycles of plays, the rich humanity and the grave historical wounds of its inhabitants.— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026
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During a time not unlike the one that ignited the historic founding of Chicano Park, thousands of people turned out Saturday at the iconic gathering space to celebrate their culture, stoke their heritage and press forward in their struggle.— Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
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The game marks the first time an American football game is played in what is typically the home pitch of several of Brazil’s soccer clubs, including Rio’s wildly popular and historic Fluminense and Flamengo teams.— The Athletic NFL Staff, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Here's a more recent one for you guys just to show this isn't some antiquated phenomenon.— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Because New York's antiquated property tax system dramatically undervalues co-ops and condos, experts said the city will have to come up with a new system for valuing high-end second homes.— Robert Frank, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
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Texas’ temple of old-time Reuben or Ruthie deli sandwiches had not taken credit cards for 60 years.— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
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One permanent gallery features some of the Hilberts’ collection of 400 old-time radios.— Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2026
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“Old-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/old-world. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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