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start of a new age

/stɑːrt əv ə nuː eɪdʒ/
the beginning of a significant historical period

The invention of the internet marked the start of a new age in global communication.

This phrase emphasizes how the internet revolutionized communication, signaling a major shift in human interaction.


formal

the beginning of a significant historical period characterized by major changes or advancements

The Renaissance was the start of a new age in art and science.

This phrase highlights how the Renaissance introduced groundbreaking developments in art and science.

The Industrial Revolution marked the start of a new age in manufacturing and technology.

This phrase underscores the transformative impact of the Industrial Revolution on industry and technology.

Often used to describe periods of technological, social, or cultural transformation.

Collocations

usher in a new ageto introduce a significant change or developmentdawn of a new agethe beginning of a significant historical period

Synonyms

dawn of a new erabeginning of a new eradawn of a new age

Antonyms

end of an eradecline of a period

Related Phrases

dawn of a new eraphrase
the beginning of a significant historical period
usher in a new agephrase
to introduce a significant change or development

Pro Tip

Contextual Use

Use this phrase to describe major historical, technological, or cultural shifts.

Gold Rule

Formal Usage

This phrase is typically used in formal or historical contexts to describe significant changes.

Word Origin

The phrase combines 'start' (beginning) and 'new age' (a significant period), emphasizing the onset of major change.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in historical, technological, or cultural contexts to describe transformative periods.

Word Breakdown

start
beginning
root
+
new age
a significant historical period
phrase
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