thing of the past
Example Sentences
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If you work with 20-somethings, the traditional once-a-year review is quickly becoming a thing of the past.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
The uncontrolled arrivals come after Border Security Command suggested they were a thing of the past, because of new surveillance technology and improved resources.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
Koss has no plans to trade bitcoin again any time soon, saying he believes the asset has matured to a point where explosive, parabolic gains are a thing of the past.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
Some people believe that slavery is ancient history, a thing of the past that no longer matters.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
