fusty

Example Sentences

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Pilates, which combines stretching and body weight conditioning exercises, has, for some, a fusty image - a gentle and genteel workout for those of advancing years.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Even in fusty old New England, this sounds like not the kind of thing that would generate much outrage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

Recounting an oversight hearing on Capitol Hill, Gluesenkamp Perez describes looking over the witnesses with their fusty manner and fancy pedigrees and wondering if any had ever turned a wrench.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2024

I appreciate the grace that fusty, grainy-looking granite counters afford, allowing us to leave paprika spills and dried-up lemon juice for another day because we simply can't see them.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2023

But the stupid island was where he was going to spend this night, at least, in soiled clothes that were beginning to smell fusty.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig