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Definition
Outdated, obsolete, or out of fashion; lagging behind the times.
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How it's used
Use this to describe anything from fashion trends and technology to social attitudes that no longer align with current standards. It carries a slightly critical or dismissive tone, suggesting that the subject is stuck in the past. While it can apply to physical objects, it is equally common when critiquing someone's outdated mindset or opinions.
Examples
This style of clothing is outdated, don't buy it.
Is your idea a bit out of date?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
