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winsome

[win-suhm] / ˈwɪn səm /


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The Period-Piece Pixie came to prominence 20 years ago, in the form of a winsome Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet in director Joe Wright’s adaptation of “Pride & Prejudice.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

Like Camille and her winsome wooden chair, it’s easy to see something striking and convince ourselves that having it will change our lives and make everything easier.

From Salon ● Feb. 18, 2026

Astute readers ages 3 to 6 will quickly observe that the book’s winsome cat is initially missing hers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 23, 2026

He takes care with place-setting, utilizing contemporary country tunes and a winsome lens on good old Americana.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2024

It was a far different woman from the one at church—the winsome fisher wife serving tea and coffee.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson


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