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It is a Scottish phrase that means "old long since" or "long, long ago." It is commonly used in the song "Auld Lang Syne," which is traditionally sung at New Year's Eve celebrations. Example: As the clock struck midnight, friends and family gathered together to sing "Auld Lang Syne" and reflect on the memories of the past year.
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auld lang syne
noun
Days gone by; former times.
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Forget "Auld Lang Syne".
And sing an 'Auld Lang Syne'.
Happy 2017, for auld lang syne.
Its theme song was "Auld Lang Syne".
For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne, we'll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne.
CHORUS: For auld lang syne, my jo, for auld lang syne, we'lltak' a cup o' kindness yet, for auld lang syne.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot, and auld lang syne?
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CHORUS: For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne, we'll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne.
William Bell, "Everyday Will Be Like a Holiday" 12. Bobby Darin, "Christmas Auld Lang Syne".
[Music Auld Lang Syne].
The festive scene ends with everyone singing "Auld Lang Syne:" Maybe you had to be there.
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