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Obsolescent vs. Obsolete

See complete definition in Reverso Define, with examples
obsolescent
Definition

becoming obsolete

Examples

So many people read the news online that newspapers are nearly obsolescent.

See complete definition in Reverso Define, with examples
obsolete
Definition

no longer in use

Examples

obsolete words

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