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homely

[hohm-lee] / ˈhoʊm li /




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He added: "The homely comfy environment like a chip shop that people are familiar with, and nostalgic old-school graphics really helps lean into an uncanny dreamlike feeling."

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

As those homely implements suggest, “Terce” focuses on the work of people not often celebrated in liturgy: those who keep house, cultivate gardens, nurture children.

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2024

Ms Milne said: "Nowhere do you feel the site or budget was restricted. It feels luxurious, homely, deeply private and relaxing."

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2023

They have their points, but none improves on the homely originals.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2023

Not plain as in homely plain, but even plain.

From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia




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