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How to pronounce homespun

“homespun” pronunciation in British and American English

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“homespun” in real sentences

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  1. We don't want homespun theories.

    60 Minutes Australia

  2. and the queen's costumes were very homespun.

    The Atlantic

  3. - If the court will excuse my homespun, corn-fed Nebraskan turn of phrase.

    Vanity Fair

  4. kind of elite pursuit and homespun knowledge which comes out of the the guts and the

    How To Academy

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