archaic
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In the days since Parton’s death, commenters have flocked to the “Travelin’ Thru” music video, a compilation of pixels rendered in 240p, uploaded to an archaic version of YouTube some 19 years ago.
From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026
The researchers concluded that these sections came from two separate archaic lineages that interbred with other groups at different times.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 1, 2026
“There is a well documented and rather archaic disdain for my profession,” said Nils Busch-Petersen, head of the Berlin and Brandenburg retailers’ association.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
Helen adds that despite "archaic notions" still being attached to endometriosis, a greater awareness is a positive to both diagnosed and undiagnosed people.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Actually he asks if he can carry my shopping bags, which look heavy and are, and I let him, feeling silly and archaic and looking first to make sure no women I know are watching.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
Vocabulary lists containing archaic
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Grade 9, List 2
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