antique
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Among the answers: a small ink-stained mahogany desk, an antique light bulb, a brown leather flight suit and a baseball jersey.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Among the pieces available were a vintage chest, tables, and chair, antique mirrors, hand-knotted rugs, a striped fabric tuxedo sofa, upholstered wing back chairs, “lots of fun lamps and chandeliers,” and several leather chairs.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
A slightly sweet, oily scent, redolent of old workshops or antique paraffin lamps.
From BBC • May 3, 2026
He operates as if he honestly believes we don’t need allies, as if the concept is antique.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
He was one of those prissy retirees one sees frequently in New England, the sort who subscribe to antique magazines and carry those canvas tote bags they give as gift premiums on public TV.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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