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
Baroque orchestra Apollo’s Fire presents a cross-Atlantic immigrant story through yuletide music from old-world Dublin and post-colonial Virginia.
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Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 18 Nov. 2024
Arriving via the gorgeous gardens of Grosvenor Square, my partner and I oohed and aahed at the imposing marble, opulent chandeliers and old-world glamour of the hotel lobby.
—Caroline Dolby, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Other old-world details include an ornamental chandelier in the amenity space reproduced from an original design that once hung in Steinway Hall.
—Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
To achieve that old-world feel, Leigh and Hahn chose to mix rich hues with warm white oak and bold natural stones to lend an earthy and organic vibe.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
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Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 18 Nov. 2024
Arriving via the gorgeous gardens of Grosvenor Square, my partner and I oohed and aahed at the imposing marble, opulent chandeliers and old-world glamour of the hotel lobby.
—Caroline Dolby, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Other old-world details include an ornamental chandelier in the amenity space reproduced from an original design that once hung in Steinway Hall.
—Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
To achieve that old-world feel, Leigh and Hahn chose to mix rich hues with warm white oak and bold natural stones to lend an earthy and organic vibe.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-world
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Her vintage little black halter dress came from the designer’s fall 1998 collection.Hannah Malach, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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Hailey Bieber opted for a vintage Versace skirt suit from the ’90s for her return to the office.Emily Chan, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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For months, Bode sourced vintage and antique ornaments, including bulbs, plastic candies, and wooden miniatures such as instruments, birds, and a sleigh.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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The bones of knackered cattle in the glue that held his antique books together.Daisy Hildyard, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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These timeless projects and decorating ideas bring together the familiarity of classic traditions and a touch of retro flair.Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
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Opting for vinyl makes for a unique and retro music experience that brings generations together.L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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OpenAI was created as a non-profit research lab with a for-profit arm, but has mulled restructuring into a more traditional, for-profit company that could lead to more returns for investors — a plan at which Musk has also taken aim.Clare Duffy, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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This compares to the more traditional form of pardons, which are issued during legal proceedings, or after a conviction.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Although no country is actually named in the proceedings, the U.S., as the world’s top historical emitter, is clearly the leading target.Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2024
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Then there’s the pharmacy, where once again, the effort to replicate every detail with historical accuracy is evident.Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
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Through her connection to Nashville, Wilson was invited to perform on the PBS special Patsy Cline: Walkin’ After Midnight featuring a variety of artists (Wynonna, Pat Benatar, Ashley McBryde, Kristin Chenoweth, and others) performing Patsy Cline songs at the historic Ryman Auditorium.Pam Windsor, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This is the story of how Eric Jorgenson and the team at Scribe took a flatlining company and led it through a historic rebirth to recover its lost potential, restore its core values, and preserve the jobs of dozens of employees.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Whitaker has dealt with challenges including a surge in close calls between planes, a shortage of air traffic controllers and antiquated equipment.David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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Anyone who has filled out their tax return applied for a driver’s license, or booked a doctor’s appointment knows how frustratingly antiquated government services can feel.Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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At the time, those came in classic green bottles from old-time perfumers’ shelves.Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
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Listen to a Live Radio Show The historic Rex Theater welcomes local, regional, and national old-time musical acts.Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Old-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old-world. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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