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behind the times

ADJECTIVE
not current
Synonyms
WEAK
antiquated back number dated has-been obsolete of the old school old hat old-fashioned out-of-date outdated outmoded passé square unfashionable

Example Sentences

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"You'd think it's something small but a lot of clubs are still behind the times with that. It's about breaking those barriers and making sure spaces are available for mums," she added.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

The tenor of such softball japes can make “Shifting Gears” feel behind the times.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

Now, if a league or network isn’t doing something to appeal to younger fans, they are behind the times.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 10, 2024

"So our country is kind of behind the times when it comes to access to birth control pills."

From Salon • May 19, 2023

“I’m afraid we’re a little behind the times here.”

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy