rough-hewn
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At Superposition, John Rivas’s multimedia paintings and rough-hewn wooden sculptures depicting his kin are testaments to the importance of family.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025
His vocal addendum is a wax stamp finalizing the rough-hewn collection of distinct voices.”
From Salon • Jun. 16, 2025
“My first impression of his voice was that it was a robust but rough-hewn diamond of a baritone voice with a surprisingly easy top for one so young,” Wildman said.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 21, 2023
On this narrow street of rough-hewn homes, the young can't escape a grinding conflict the world tends to forget.
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2023
His fingers drummed against the rough-hewn planks of the table.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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