as in puritanical
given to or marked by very conservative standards regarding personal behavior or morals
a conservative Christian sect with a code of sexual morality that is often seen as quaintly Victorian by outsiders
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Students will learn how to fold Victorian puzzle books, fill them with California native leaves and flowers and immerse the piece in natural dye.
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Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
According to the listing, which is being represented by Stacey Caen and Joseph Lucier of Sotheby’s International Realty, the Victorian estate is one of only four remaining legacy properties in the neighborhood and was formerly the longtime residence of late tech financier Sanford Roberston.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
The most frequent sighting at the Claremont Club & Spa is a Victorian woman in a high-necked collar, who many believe to be the spirit of Mrs. Thornburg.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
In Beyoncé's Nail Art Megan Fox’s Manicure Belongs on a Hot Victorian Vampire
Now, watch manicure trends evolve:
Don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
According to the listing, which is being represented by Stacey Caen and Joseph Lucier of Sotheby’s International Realty, the Victorian estate is one of only four remaining legacy properties in the neighborhood and was formerly the longtime residence of late tech financier Sanford Roberston.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
The most frequent sighting at the Claremont Club & Spa is a Victorian woman in a high-necked collar, who many believe to be the spirit of Mrs. Thornburg.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
In Beyoncé's Nail Art Megan Fox’s Manicure Belongs on a Hot Victorian Vampire
Now, watch manicure trends evolve:
Don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Victorian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Victorian. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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