anachronistic
Example Sentences
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It’s a coterie that speaks to Charles’s efforts to embrace a modern, multicultural Britain, but also of the monarchy’s very identity as a traditional, in many ways anachronistic dynasty.
From New York Times
The tension he will face is serving in this age-old role while trying to update the monarchy and make it seem less anachronistic.
From New York Times
Still, the antique — some would say anachronistic — nature of the ceremony posed a challenge to the organizers, including the king, who has spoken of his determination to make the monarchy more forward-looking, relevant and inclusive.
From New York Times
It’s an anachronistic assertion of divine right retooled to recognize that even hereditary rulers have to argue their relevance.
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William wore full military regalia and at one point dropped to his knee and pledged allegiance to Charles, a moment that was both shockingly anachronistic and strangely touching.
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