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wholesome

[hohl-suhm] / ˈhoʊl səm /


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A few months later the pair went on a handful of "lovely, wholesome" dates.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“Project Hail Mary” is wholesome science fiction that satisfies like a jumbo serving of apple pie and milk.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

And the act of playing games reinforced wholesome, suburban-family values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

But Van Der Beek’s wholesome good looks belied his creative ambitions.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

“I think the Matthews just want Ansley to date some nice, wholesome boys for a change, Ben,” Lillian said.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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