as in homespun
having or showing an unpretentious informality
a folksy manner that gives television viewers the feeling that they're visiting with a friend for an hour
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Recent Examples of folksy
Palin, a former mayor of her hometown Wasilla, made a splash in conservative politics after bursting onto the national stage in 2008 with her folksy demeanor and zingy one-liners.
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Becky Bohrer, Anchorage Daily News, 25 Nov. 2022
Kuralt had occasionally called Mr. Welsch over the years for folksy dispatches from the Great Plains, with Mr. Welsch sharing homespun snippets from the coffee shop or farm stands.
—Brian Murphy, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2022
Bard of conflicted white guys and dispenser of folksy wisdom, Saunders has made a career of old-fashioned morality tales green-screened with photogenically fantastical inventions.
—Bonnie Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2022
Gone were folksy recipes for preserves and cheerful advice about bedbugs.
—Lydia Moland, WSJ, 10 Nov. 2022
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Becky Bohrer, Anchorage Daily News, 25 Nov. 2022
Kuralt had occasionally called Mr. Welsch over the years for folksy dispatches from the Great Plains, with Mr. Welsch sharing homespun snippets from the coffee shop or farm stands.
—Brian Murphy, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2022
Bard of conflicted white guys and dispenser of folksy wisdom, Saunders has made a career of old-fashioned morality tales green-screened with photogenically fantastical inventions.
—Bonnie Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2022
Gone were folksy recipes for preserves and cheerful advice about bedbugs.
—Lydia Moland, WSJ, 10 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for folksy
Adjective
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Modern art above the bed complements the minimalist vibe, while vintage nightstands and a statement chandelier add a homespun personality.—
Kate McGregor,
ELLE Decor,
21 Dec. 2022
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In the 1980s, mother-daughter duo The Judds, with their homespun songs and pure, family harmonies, were among several acts that helped return country music to a more rootsy sound.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
29 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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Knowing little about the sport and its culture, Lasso is expected to fail, but thanks to his down-home charm and desire for teamwork, AFC Richmond becomes unexpectedly successful.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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For Robbins, this down-home practicality is the point.—
Kyndall Cunningham,
Vox,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The region’s colloquial exclamation alamak, which is used to convey surprise and dismay, is also included in the list, though its exact origin is uncertain.—
Peter Guo,
NBC news,
27 Mar. 2025
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Gorsuch used his short opinion on the dry topic of debt collection to declare a more colloquial style.—
Jill Barton,
The Conversation,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The brand’s versatility extends beyond extreme conditions, offering skiers many of its jackets for casual skiing, hiking, or everyday urban wear.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Transaction gaming dropped 6%, while casual and free-to-play gaming grew 16%.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This could range from formal presentations to informal conversations, emails or even social media within the company, depending on your audience and the nature of your message.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Wood floors, woven baskets, and breezy curtains introduce informal textures to the lush blend.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Folksy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folksy. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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