elastic band
noun
British
: a thin, flexible loop that is made of rubber and used to hold things together : rubber band
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Bed Scrunchie Nekhala invented the Bed Scrunchie, an adjustable elastic band that clips sheets to a mattress.
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Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
The bra’s pre-molded cups help keep breasts in place, while the soft elastic band under the bra cups is just snug enough to help lock the bra cups in place.
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Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
An extra-wide elastic band keeps the protector securely in place.
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V Brand Stories,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
The bra’s pre-molded cups help keep breasts in place, while the soft elastic band under the bra cups is just snug enough to help lock the bra cups in place.
—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
An extra-wide elastic band keeps the protector securely in place.
—
V Brand Stories,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for elastic band
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“Elastic band.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elastic%20band. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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