fusty

Example Sentences

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Heimann avoided cardigans with fusty suede elbow patches or hefty yarn that can invoke infirm geriatrics.

From Los Angeles Times

Recounting an oversight hearing on Capitol Hill, Gluesenkamp Perez describes looking over the witnesses with their fusty manner and fancy pedigrees and wondering if any had ever turned a wrench.

From Los Angeles Times

In the 1990s, mayor Richard Riordan raised private millions to spruce up the fusty place to make it fit for official receptions and events.

From Los Angeles Times

That breach of cricketing etiquette, in an era of fusty formality, was sufficient to slightly irk Bradman as he walked from his crease.

From BBC

There was the peculiar name, which conjured visions of a fusty baron.

From Los Angeles Times