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The phrase "an old fashioned idea" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a concept or belief that is considered outdated or not in line with modern thinking.
Example: "While some may still hold onto an old fashioned idea of gender roles, many people advocate for equality and shared responsibilities."
Alternatives: "a dated notion" or "a traditional belief".
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Slips were posted – three and for a while four of them – an old fashioned idea that has somehow become fashionable once more: it will be flared trousers, cricket shirts slashed to the waist, and afro haircuts next.
Beauty is an old fashioned idea.
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It's an old-fashioned idea, but the Hemsleys are bringing it back into fashion.
Silver service is an old-fashioned idea.
"It's an old-fashioned idea that's been rediscovered," he said.
It seems an old-fashioned idea, though results have been anything but.
"It's an old-fashioned idea to copy the old masters in the art museum," he said.
It was an old-fashioned idea, but in his hands it became shockingly modern.
Billy Hayes, general secretary of the CWU, said: "Privatisation is an old-fashioned idea.
Choreographers seem interested again in telling stories, and I don't think it has to be an old-fashioned idea.
In any case, skyscrapers today, although still showy in a fairground way are an old-fashioned idea.
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