stale
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If the bread is a little stale, even better.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
A hard copy is available for $50, but don’t bother—its “reference scenario” is already stale.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
Scenario discussion at the press conference: Minutes are published with a delay, so they can be perceived as stale.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
"The squad had gone a bit stale - not to have a pop at the guys before!"
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
The breath smelled musty and stale and slightly mildewed, like air in an old cellar.
From "James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl
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