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activewear

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as in sportswear

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Recent Examples of activewear Yet as influence continues to disseminate across different channels and actors, the question isn’t which brand-mega-influencer match-up will win the activewear influencer race, but how much weight these big names carry at this point in time. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026 Sweaters rose 41 percent during the holiday period, substantially exceeding their annual growth rate, while activewear increased 16 percent during the holidays despite a 2 percent decline in full-year units. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026 Lastly, don’t sleep on FP Movement, which carries so many stylish activewear and athleisure pieces. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2026 Curve Love denim and YPB activewear were both developed after customers asked Abercrombie to add those kinds of products, which shows how shopper feedback has influenced what ends up on the racks. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for activewear

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Noun

In recent years, as streetwear, sportswear and high fashion comingle, the humble cap has been given new life on the runways.

— Joan Kennedy, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
The sportswear and sneaker brand could do better if faster-than-expected innovation drives full price sales, there’s stronger wholesale sell-through and a recovery in China.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of sportswear

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The 19-piece collection includes outerwear, knitwear, shirts, trousers and neckties.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
The company has continued gaining momentum across women's apparel, accessories and outerwear, and has been strengthening its international presence, particularly in Asia.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of outerwear

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Frankies Bikinis and Barefoot Dreams have released their first collaborative capsule of cozy loungewear fashions — perfect for layering up amid the crisp fall air.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026
Thanks to their timeless, ageless look, the slip-ons complement any ensemble, from easy loungewear to elevated denim.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of loungewear

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So, for the new study, the scientists turned to what are, in effect, contraction-tracking underwear.

— Gretchen Reynolds, Washington Post, 28 Oct. 2026
Others gifted each other with durable underwear to protect their bodily autonomy postmortem.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of underwear

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Founded by Kate Nixon in 2015, the brand has become known for its romantic sleepwear, feminine lace lingerie and thoughtful white bridal intimates collections.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
During the Italian section of the film, Miranda comes to Andy’s hotel room at an ungodly hour and Andy is still in her cool sleepwear.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of sleepwear

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Lipa's Chanel couture suit and matching hat were definitely the stars of the show, so wearing her hair long and loose would have competed with the statement-making ensemble.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 30 Oct. 2026
Fanning kicked off the press tour in a Robert Wun couture dress with a matching ballerina headpiece.

— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026

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