Mother Hubbard

Definition of Mother Hubbardnext

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Noun
  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
  • The secondhand shops of Nakano Broadway are treasure troves of vintage kimono.
    Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Noun
  • More recently, a forensic scientist and criminologist hired by Kohberger's defense team named Brent Turvey has raised concerns about the chain of custody of the prosecution's main piece of evidence, a Ka-Bar knife sheath with Kohberger's DNA on it recovered next to Mogen and Goncalves.
    Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
  • Extremely smooth on the palate, its flavors of blackberry, dark plum, cinnamon, and nutmeg are set into a sheath of plush tannins that gently drop off into a slightly drying finish.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • Length of skirt no longer seems to matter, as the skimpiest dresses go to formal affairs and full-length granny dresses are seen at the grocery store at 9 a.m.
    Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Comes complete with an old granny dress, purse and wig.
    Katey Clifford, oregonlive, 26 Sep. 2020
Noun
  • As traditional radio was being upended by rapid technology shifts, Audacy filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2024, emerging a year later with reduced debt and a revitalized outlook.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 June 2026
  • Every Tuesday, this new newsletter delivers clear-eyed, authoritative intelligence on the deals, decisions, policies, and power shifts shaping one of the world’s most consequential regions, written for the people who need to act on it.
    Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • Brunson, smothered by the Spurs’ tenacious defense, missed shot after shot, but—clutch as ever—tied the game at 104 with an off-kilter jumper, then was in the right place to make the game-winning play when Wembanyama threw the ball away, and scored the game-winning point.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
  • Los Angeles held a 55-54 lead at halftime after Bueckers' baseline jumper at the buzzer was overturned after a review.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 June 2026
Noun
  • Last season, Garrett amassed an NFL season-record 23 sacks.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
  • His raw talent yielded him five sacks — tied for most on the team.
    Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.
    Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
  • British model Alexa Chung strips the desert khaki down to the basics of the extravagantly detailed skirt topped by a fine chemise.
    Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Enlarge / Vintage illustration of medieval women wearing kirtles.
    Diana Gitig, Ars Technica, 11 Feb. 2023
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“Mother Hubbard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Mother%20Hubbard. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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