as in belts
a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist
the designer's dresses typically are accessorized with eye-catching ceintures
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Operators can install it directly above conveyor belts.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Jan. 2026 -
AccuWeather meteorologists predict that over 150 million people across 24 states will be impacted by belts of snow, sleet, and freezing rain this weekend, increasing the likelihood of power outages, travel delays, and road closures.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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This vegetable chopper is backed by over 92,000 five-star ratings by shoppers who say it chops, dices, ribbons, and spiralizes fruits and veggies in seconds.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2026
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These elevated plants can be styled year-round with restive ribbons, colorful stones, or subtle seasonal accents to match your porch vibe.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Jan. 2026
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Braving the crackling midwinter cold, tens of thousands of New Yorkers showed up to celebrate—and photographer Poupay Jutharat was right there with them, training her lens on their colorful outerwear; sundry pins, sashes, and badges; and the cheering air of bonhomie.—
Poupay Jutharat,
Vogue,
2 Jan. 2026
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Each guest room at the hotel is stocked with the sarongs and sashes necessary to enter temples or participate in religious ceremonies, something Anantara can arrange through existing community connections.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Ceintures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceintures. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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