“A thing of the past”

Definition

Something that no longer exists or happens.

Examples

Examples

“Slow loading pages should be a thing of the past.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "A thing of the past" mean?
"A thing of the past" means something that no longer exists or happens..
How do you use "A thing of the past" in a sentence?
Example: "Slow loading pages should be a thing of the past."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "A thing of the past"?
Что-то, что осталось в прошлом. / Բան, որը այլևս գոյություն չունի կամ չի լինում։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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