1
: adhering to traditional policies or practices
an old-school coach
2
: characteristic or evocative of an earlier or original style, manner, or form
old-school music
: adherents of traditional policies and practices
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Adjective
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
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Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
The color palette, floral furniture, and small, old-school appliances all mimic the cottage style featured in The Holiday.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
Despite the rise of work from home culture decimating the need for old-school office wear, there is an appetite for a more playful version of 9-5 style.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
The simplicity of the souvenir — and the game of chance involved — has turned the old-school machine into a social media sensation, with one TikTok post racking up 2.5 million views.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Extra points for a decent sewing kit—very old-school.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
The color palette, floral furniture, and small, old-school appliances all mimic the cottage style featured in The Holiday.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
Despite the rise of work from home culture decimating the need for old-school office wear, there is an appetite for a more playful version of 9-5 style.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
The simplicity of the souvenir — and the game of chance involved — has turned the old-school machine into a social media sensation, with one TikTok post racking up 2.5 million views.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/old-school. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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