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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a tad obsolete" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is slightly outdated or no longer in common use.
Example: "While the technology was revolutionary in its time, it now seems a tad obsolete compared to the latest advancements."
Alternatives: "somewhat outdated" or "a bit old-fashioned."
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But both Mr. Balkenhol's rough-hewn wood figures and Mr. Friedman's obsessive, seemingly impossible feats of skill may seem a tad obsolete when you first encounter Karin Sander's new work.
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Looked a tad iffy.
A tad wasteful, even.
A tad insensitive, perhaps?
You were a tad oversensitive.
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