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archaic

[ahr-key-ik] / ɑrˈkeɪ ɪk /


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In its benign use, Christendom is an archaic label for the Christians of the world.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

Like Karen Barwick though, he questions the need to string them up calling it "archaic".

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

“That list is 30 years old, and it’s not based on good science. It’s archaic science,” he said at a recent event in Harrisburg, Pa.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Treasuries market, and archaic laws that require mailed paper notices.

From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025

I opened the book with some apprehension, wondering what archaic spelling and punctuation I would face.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler




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