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austere

[aw-steer] / ɔˈstɪər /




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He has made a name for himself in Texas conservative circles as the architect behind the formation of a handful of small towns with austere — nearly nonexistent — local governments.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

He was brought up in Protestantism, to which was often attributed his austere demeanour, but gave up religion in his teens.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Books, music and cushions are popular recommendations, standing in contrast to the more austere guidance from Israeli authorities, which includes having a radio, batteries, a phone charger and ID papers.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Every now and then, Apple sets aside its palette of austere silvers and grays, using both color and lower price points to appeal to a broader, mostly younger, audience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Even by the austere standards of the Appalachian Trail, this was grim.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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