as in clothing
covering for the human body
even at the Ivies they dress in the standard rigging of the college student: T-shirt and jeans
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as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
carefully rigged each diver with the required equipment before starting out
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Recent Examples of rigging
Oliver Sava, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
The unwanted items were removed by hand and by helicopter sling-load operations — in which a large, heavy object can be suspended from a helicopter using a cargo hook and rigging.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Newsmax has settled with Dominion Voting Systems in its lawsuit over the network’s amplification of false claims that it was involved in rigging the 2020 presidential election.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Wire-rigging created a new set of challenges.
—Oliver Sava, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
The unwanted items were removed by hand and by helicopter sling-load operations — in which a large, heavy object can be suspended from a helicopter using a cargo hook and rigging.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
In 2023, Fox News agreed to pay over $787 million to settle a defamation suit over false claims said on its air about Dominion Voting Systems rigging the 2020 presidential election.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Newsmax has settled with Dominion Voting Systems in its lawsuit over the network’s amplification of false claims that it was involved in rigging the 2020 presidential election.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
Noun
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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That is particularly true if clothing is washed in cold water and the water doesn’t need to be heated.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Trending codes of modern prep are equipping fashion’s beloved horse girl with all of its frills and finery.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
9 Oct. 2025
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For Hughes, the university’s mission should be about equipping students to think critically rather than insulating them from professors’ political beliefs.—
Julia Bonavita , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Together, the two firms will collaborate on the project’s development by furnishing the spaces with the brand’s new collection, Oniro chief executive officer Moreno Brambilla said in a statement.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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As more people are interested in furnishing their homes in sustainable ways, this trend can be a good way to do so.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
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This speed dating night is targeted toward singles in their 40s and 50s, and traditional Indian ethnic attire is encouraged.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Everyone pulled up to the party in cowboy attire, with Drake rocking denim jeans and a top covered by a black puffer vest.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Carolina program also came under scrutiny after an assistant cornerbacks coach was suspended following the Week 6 loss to Clemson for allegations of extra benefits, after supplying a player’s family members with sideline passes for a game.—
Lauren Merola,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Close inside valves supplying outdoor hose bibs.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Rae walked down the aisle wearing an elegant wedding dress designed by Badgley Mischka.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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The brand just dropped a slew of fall dresses crafted from luxe fabrics like cashmere and washable silk at a fraction of the cost of designer alternatives.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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In 2007, the designer debuted a full apparel line under the Paciotti 4US label.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
12 Oct. 2025
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The partnership is now expanding to include all 32 NHL teams, featuring more than 20 new apparel styles, as well as accessories such as bags, bottles, and hats.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Rigging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigging. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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