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homespun

[hohm-spuhn] / ˈhoʊmˌspʌn /


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Despite his great wealth, Perot had a homespun approach and used the media very effectively.

From Salon Aug. 9, 2026

I have another patient who spends time teaching her adult granddaughter all of her homespun recipes, and comforting her when she has disputes with her parents.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

When Julie Masino became Cracker Barrel’s CEO in 2023, she arrived with plans to modernize a restaurant chain known for breakfast, meatloaf, rocking chairs and a homespun atmosphere.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

Retaining that approachable, homespun persona while adhering to the sartorial conventions and expectations of Westminster will be a challenge for Burnham.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

She crossed her arms, trying to cover her worn brown homespun with the gunnysack.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson




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