1
: adhering to traditional policies or practices
an old-school coach
2
: characteristic or evocative of an earlier or original style, manner, or form
old-school music
: adherents of traditional policies and practices
Synonyms
Examples of old-school in a Sentence
Adjective
an old-school romantic comedy in which the two leads don't jump into bed at the first opportunity
an old-school gentleman who opened doors and pulled out chairs for women
Recent Examples on the Web
Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2024
Gospel explosion and old-school shindig features live music, vendors and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 19 May 2024
Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2024
From there, fans chilled out in a gorgeous tropical garden, moseyed over into a old-school Western flick, hit a concert in the desert and somehow found themselves as part of a massive paint-by-number picture.
—Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024
This masterful film is both an ode to old-school musicals and a remarkably modern piece of filmmaking — with Spielberg's explosive colors, expansive cinematography, and soaring song-and-dance numbers matching the weighty themes and timeless emotions of this classic.
—EW.com, 13 May 2024
This old-school methodology enables CBK Partners to comprehensively advise its clients on their journey to long-term success.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Some of the Cup Series cars are decorated in old-school paint schemes for Sunday’s race.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2024
But this isn’t just another shaggy-dog hangout movie, showcasing Pine’s appreciation for classic movies, beloved actors, old-school L.A. restaurants, short shorts and silly hats.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2024
Adjective
Many were wearing old-school pressman’s hats made out of newspapers and custom T-shirts featuring the grim reaper marking the end of the printing plant itself.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2024
Gospel explosion and old-school shindig features live music, vendors and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 19 May 2024
Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2024
From there, fans chilled out in a gorgeous tropical garden, moseyed over into a old-school Western flick, hit a concert in the desert and somehow found themselves as part of a massive paint-by-number picture.
—Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024
This masterful film is both an ode to old-school musicals and a remarkably modern piece of filmmaking — with Spielberg's explosive colors, expansive cinematography, and soaring song-and-dance numbers matching the weighty themes and timeless emotions of this classic.
—EW.com, 13 May 2024
This old-school methodology enables CBK Partners to comprehensively advise its clients on their journey to long-term success.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Some of the Cup Series cars are decorated in old-school paint schemes for Sunday’s race.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2024
But this isn’t just another shaggy-dog hangout movie, showcasing Pine’s appreciation for classic movies, beloved actors, old-school L.A. restaurants, short shorts and silly hats.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2024
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“Old-school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/old-school. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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