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homespun

[hohm-spuhn] / ˈhoʊmˌspʌn /


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Jean-Antoine Houdon’s terracotta bust of the polymath captures his likeness faithfully, giving a full sense of his energy, brilliance and homespun charm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

The program itself emphasized its intentionally homespun format, which featured regular hosts being interviewed by the guest host Colbert.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

Winnie the Pooh, the self-described bear of "very little brain" who has charmed generations with his homespun and heartfelt wisdom, is turning 100.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Long processions of women, many of them bearing a takli or spindle to honour Gandhi's commitment to homespun khadi cloth, take over Bombay's streets, quite literally pushing men to the very margins.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

I rested my cheek against the rough homespun of his jacket, knowing that my wish was a vain one.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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