hickish

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hickish
Adjective
  • One is a sick herb; the other is a hick Serb.
    Washington Post, Washington Post, 18 Nov. 2021
  • Rimac moved to Germany at age 2 and then to an independent Croatia in his early teens, where he was teased for his hick Bosnian accent.
    Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2021
Adjective
  • Throughout her life, Baez—now 84—has stayed true to her folksy-casual style.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 16 Jan. 2025
  • The decor was folksy and colorful, with the brief for the flowers by Wild Gorse being unstructured ’70s.
    Rebecca Cope, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Elsewhere in the episode, Sheffield proposes that Swift consider a countrified and/or solo acoustic re-record of Reputation, while Spanos predicts that the new version of the debut will drop for its 20th anniversary next year.
    Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 4 June 2025
  • On his most countrified fare, he’s also made a conscious effort to tip the balance from the barroom to the bedroom.
    Nancy Kruh, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • This satisfying Hardee’s sandwich—a combination of beef and pork—can make for an easy weeknight dinner or last-minute lunch with down-home flair.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
  • Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger spoke about the importance of volunteerism as fire men and women and their families enjoyed a down-home BBQ of ribs, hot dogs and corn on the cob, while kids did arts and crafts at the Southampton Firehouse.
    Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • Director Giovanna Sardelli is a terrific storyteller, and in this case, her artistry works hand-to-glove with Nina Ball’s beautifully rustic scenic design.
    David John Chávez, Mercury News, 28 June 2025
  • Madison Park Signature Beckett Turned Spindle Nightstand This nightstand adds rustic charm to bedrooms.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
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“Hickish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hickish. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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