as in homemade
created by a hand process rather than by a machine
bought a handcrafted wooden bowl at the arts and crafts fair
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Recent Examples of handcrafted
Daily News, 20 June 2026
The handcrafted Baked Collection features intense pigments whipped into a decadent cream, then baked on terracotta tiles into a powder to ripen color vibrancy -- a feast for eyes, cheeks, lips, and face in vibrant, weightless colors with all-day wear.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
More recently, the home underwent a multiyear renovation by Venn Studio, which refreshed the living spaces while preserving the original woodwork and handcrafted details.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Cryo Dirty Martini with a Caviar Bump At Caspian’s Cocktails & Caviar at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, cocktails and caviar take center stage, with playful, indulgent caviar bites and creative, handcrafted cocktails made for sipping.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
This on-sale ceramic piece has its own unique flair, as it is both handcrafted and hand-painted, meaning no two look just alike.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
In the bridal world, crochet is back in the spotlight—recasting the traditional wedding dress as something romantic, handcrafted, and surprisingly contemporary.
—Laura Tortora, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the Marrakech souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Adjective
Built between 1939 and 1942 by cabinetmaker Joe Pellkofer, the intricate model was originally designed much like an elaborate train layout, complete with stores, homes, automobiles, streetlights and hundreds of handcrafted buildings.
—Daily News, 20 June 2026
The handcrafted Baked Collection features intense pigments whipped into a decadent cream, then baked on terracotta tiles into a powder to ripen color vibrancy -- a feast for eyes, cheeks, lips, and face in vibrant, weightless colors with all-day wear.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
More recently, the home underwent a multiyear renovation by Venn Studio, which refreshed the living spaces while preserving the original woodwork and handcrafted details.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Cryo Dirty Martini with a Caviar Bump At Caspian’s Cocktails & Caviar at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, cocktails and caviar take center stage, with playful, indulgent caviar bites and creative, handcrafted cocktails made for sipping.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
This on-sale ceramic piece has its own unique flair, as it is both handcrafted and hand-painted, meaning no two look just alike.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
In the bridal world, crochet is back in the spotlight—recasting the traditional wedding dress as something romantic, handcrafted, and surprisingly contemporary.
—Laura Tortora, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the Marrakech souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handcrafted
Adjective
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Safely rub homemade mixture into your skin when showering, and voila — dead skin doesn’t stand a chance against this dermis-friendly concoction.—
Joey Skladany,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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The trend has also spread online, where users have begun posting homemade versions of the cakes in an effort to recreate the viral dessert.—
Khloe Quill , Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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To ensure precise target engagement, the FV-014 drone is armed with an in-house-developed High-Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) payload manufactured by Rheinmetall.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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Lower Manhattan businesses resented the frequent disruptions, and some New Yorkers saw the celebrations as rote and manufactured.—
Jennifer Peltz,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Across clothing, objects, and images, my work consistently explores the traditions of travel and the quiet power of handmade things.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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On Wednesday evenings, the plaza fills with stalls grilling citrusy and spicy chicken kelaguen with red rice alongside vendors selling handmade crafts.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The newer centers built to power AI are far larger than their original counterparts and require immense amounts of water and energy.—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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After settling along India’s west coast, many Parsis built their lives as merchants in bustling ports.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Hanlon, who has previously fashioned other Assembly Hall statues, signed a contract with the university in December 2024.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
19 June 2026
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Its name, Pardo, was fashioned in the same style and font as that of Prada’s.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Mestemaker isn't the only signal caller Morris has molded into a Heisman candidate, as the 40-year-old Cowboys head coach is seen as somewhat of a quarterback whisperer dating back to his days at Incarnate Word and Washington State, coaching both Cam Ward and John Mateer, respectively.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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Roles and responsibilities are more likely to be molded around player skills than the other way around, which has made room for players such as Van Ginkel to thrive while maximizing individual strengths.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Ferrari said the fire is complex because the building is a freezer constructed with insulated materials.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The seven-story office building, constructed to look exactly like a Longaberger Basket (just REALLY BIG), has been a novelty along Route 16, and now the current owners have put it on the market.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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The Bangladesh-Germany co-production, produced by Manoj Pramanik and German co-producer Christoph Thoke of Mogador Film, world premiered in the Asian New Talent section.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 June 2026
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The fact that it was conceived without thought and for decades was produced and consumed without thought is immaterial.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
20 June 2026
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