Young Fogey
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In short, they were classicists whose sartorial tastes veered towards the old-fashioned — just like the characters created by these Young Fogey designers today.
From New York Times • Feb. 24, 2017
On the one hand, these Young Fogey clothes resemble those times — a pussy-bow blouse feels very Margaret Thatcher or, to American eyes, Nancy Reagan.
From New York Times • Feb. 24, 2017
Ah!" said the Young Fogey, "Plato was a great thinker.
From Without Prejudice by Zangwill, Israel
"They are starting the Grand Prix," hastily interrupted the Young Fogey.
From Without Prejudice by Zangwill, Israel
When I first met the Young Fogey I thought him very brilliant.
From Without Prejudice by Zangwill, Israel
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