dated

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A Preston Council spokesperson said egg rolling in Preston dated back "more than 150 years and is a well-established tradition, regularly attracting 30,000 visitors each year".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He didn’t mind that the approach seemed hopelessly dated to some and far out of step with the direction basketball was heading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Southwest had a fuel-hedging program that dated back to the 1990s and it provided substantial benefits during periods like 2008, when oil prices spiked.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Perrine and Bridges dated briefly while working on the film.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Dee may have dated tons of girls, but none of them got her busted at a gay club.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King