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made of a hard material that forms the branches and trunks of trees
- The dining table was crafted from sturdy wooden planks, adding warmth to the room.
- She sat on a wooden bench beneath the old oak tree, enjoying the tranquility of the garden.
- The children played with wooden blocks, building towers and structures.
- He carved a wooden sculpture from a large piece of oak, showcasing his talent as a woodworker.
- She treasured the wooden jewelry box her grandfather had made, storing her most precious possessions inside.
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stiff, awkward, or lacking natural ease and fluidity, especially in body movement or facial expression
- His wooden smile looked forced in the photograph.
- The actor's wooden performance failed to engage the audience.
- She walked with a wooden gait after the injury.
- His wooden handshake felt cold and formal.
- The speech was delivered in a wooden, monotone voice.