austere

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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

St David and his monks led a very simple and austere life, living off only leeks and water.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

A traditional New England Republican who cut an almost austere figure on and off the bench, Souter joined the court in 1990.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

It was a more austere version of Riverdale, a far cry from my Bronx neighborhood.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore