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Describing Qualities - Old & New Things

Explore English idioms regarding old or new things with examples like "old hat" and "cutting edge".

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities
old shoe

something or someone that is familiar, comfortable, and easy to be around

[phrase]
cutting edge

the forefront or leading position in a particular field or area of activity, characterized by the most advanced or innovative practices, technologies, or ideas

[noun]
all singing, all dancing

(of a piece of equipment) very advanced in design

[phrase]
last word

something that is considered the most fashionable or advanced in comparison with others of the same type

[phrase]
the shape of things to come

a short glance of what one is likely to experience or what might happen in the future

[phrase]
breath of fresh air

someone or something that presents a refreshing change compared to what existed before

[phrase]
to fall to pieces

to age gradually, leading to a state of poor or declining condition

[phrase]
in mint condition

(of objects) in a perfect or unharmed condition

[phrase]
old hat

used to describe something that has been used many times or has existed for an extended period of time and is no longer new

[phrase]
to gather dust

to be ignored or left unused for a very long time

[phrase]
bricks and clicks

a business that has both real physical stores and also sells products or services online through a website or app

[phrase]
bricks and mortar

physical stores or buildings in contrast to online or virtual alternatives

[phrase]
hot off the press

(of a paper, particularly a newspaper) recently printed

[phrase]
to go out of fashion

to become outdated and no longer liked or supported

[phrase]
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