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Examples of shoulder strap in a Sentence
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Its swim top features a scoop neck, wide shoulder straps, and a tie-front embellishment at the base, while the matching swim bottoms offer full coverage in the back and aren’t too low on the waist.
—Olivia Campbell, Parents, 13 May 2024
For accessories, Hadid opted for black-rimmed spectacles, gold hoop earrings, a black leather GG buckle belt, and a striking Ancora red bucket bag with a web shoulder strap in green and red.
—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 3 May 2024
They’re equipped with wrap-around shoulder straps and side handles for added support.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 2 May 2024
Carry it with its top handle or crossbody with an adjustable shoulder strap.
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—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 19 Apr. 2024
Multiple pockets and a sturdy shoulder strap keep it ideal for travel, and the main compartment is roomy enough to even hold up to a 10.1-inch tablet.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2024
With its contoured shoulder straps, the underwire-free nursing and pumping bra is also sturdy and supportive.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
The bra has a triple hook-and-eye closure and even comes with adjustable straps that can be worn two ways, either as traditional shoulder straps or crisscrossing across the back.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
Shop for additional features like plug-in capabilities for a car, padded handles or shoulder straps for easy carrying, compartments for storage and more.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1688, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near shoulder strap
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“Shoulder strap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20strap. Accessed 24 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
shoulder strap
noun
: a strap worn over the shoulder to hold up an article or a garment
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