anachronism

Example Sentences

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The list of quibbles with the show did not include a blatant anachronism.

From Washington Post

Opponents of the sport, including members of Mexico City’s Congress, say they aim to remove a barbaric anachronism from the capital.

From Washington Post

Asked about the E.U. document earlier this month, Francis said, “This is an anachronism,” and accused the bloc of following in the footsteps of totalitarians.

From New York Times

Drabelle’s prose throughout is sure-footed, spirited and droll in its anachronisms.

From Washington Post

“It was beautiful, and at one point I almost revisited it. But it was too electronic. And that degree of anachronism just ran afoul of the film.”

From Los Angeles Times