anachronism

Example Sentences

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All this bold, heady arena-rock anachronism makes an intuitive kind of sense.

From Los Angeles Times

In just three years, the group has become an anachronism.

From New York Times

Throughout, the filtering of bygone times through impish anachronism — complete with droll references that might do an AP History exam proud — gives “Six” the sheen of a polished poniard.

From Washington Post

A solo broadcaster is as much of an anachronism as a paper ticket.

From Los Angeles Times

I wouldn’t object to such anachronism on principle — Jamie O’Neal is certainly easier on the ears than “The thing about me is, I am an empath” — and certainly not on purist grounds.

From Los Angeles Times