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: extra long
maxiskirt
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: extra large
maxi-problems
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Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Mirroring the longer and looser denim styles ruling the year, skirts are going midi and maxi.
—Andrea Bossi, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Berry's Ilkyaz Ozel maxi came embroidered with tiny pearl beads and metallic sequins, giving it a disco ball effect.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
Pair it with a trendy trench coat, long-sleeve maxi dress, or a cozy sweater and jeans.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
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Noun
This option has a classy leg slit that feels more elegant than a typical maxi, similar to Beckham’s dress, and its flattering stomach ruching and dramatic draping look modern and fashion-forward.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Mirroring the longer and looser denim styles ruling the year, skirts are going midi and maxi.
—Andrea Bossi, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Berry's Ilkyaz Ozel maxi came embroidered with tiny pearl beads and metallic sequins, giving it a disco ball effect.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
Pair it with a trendy trench coat, long-sleeve maxi dress, or a cozy sweater and jeans.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for maxi
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“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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maxi
noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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