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spartan

[spahr-tn] / ˈspɑr tn /


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He limits himself to a coffee from Starbucks in the morning and a spartan lunch to free up funds for a satisfying dinner.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 30, 2026

That Seu marries the feminine and the spartan in her space feels intentional — a reflection of the dualities that animate her life and work.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 20, 2025

For example, he has covered the walls of the previously spartan Oval Office with gold, paintings and ornaments.

From Barron's Oct. 9, 2025

It’s not a 2005 LG flip phone, but it’s more spartan than what most of us use today.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2025

Brannon asked, as a smile began to build on the spartan isthmus around his mouth.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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