in times past

in times past

In the past; long ago. In times past, before telephones and the Internet, we relied on our family and neighbors for nearly every aspect of our lives.
See also: past, times
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in times past

Fig. long ago; in previous times. In times past, you would not have been able to wear casual clothing to work. In times past, the air always seemed fresher and cleaner.
See also: past, times
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • the (dim and) distant past
  • the distant past
  • look past
  • knew it was coming
  • know (something) is coming
  • brush past (someone or something)
  • blow past (someone or something)
  • the not-too-distant past
  • sneak past (someone or something)
  • the not-so-distant past