as in belts
a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist
wrapped a cincture around the dress as a stylish accessory
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Noun
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The last eight Cup championship-winning coaches did so with about four seasons with their current team already under their belts, on average.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026 -
Accessories that can add texture and color, like beaded necklaces, silky fringe scarves, and cool chunky belts are at the top of her list.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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Plus, the print was inspired by vintage kimonos and Japanese sashes.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
1 Apr. 2026
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The main difference between single-hung and double-hung windows is the number of movable sashes.—
Anna Popp,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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So on April 8, Hall filed a request with the city of Boise asking to hold an event at McAuley Park on June 1 and June 30, along with a temporary monthlong display of rainbow flags and ribbons along Harrison.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
1 June 2026
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The first course was a tumble of fresh vegetables, ribbons of zucchini plus Romano beans, sweet peppers and radish from Fireclay Farm, tossed in a delicate bagna cauda dressing.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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Few actresses at the time said no to wearing girdles, says Haspiel.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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“Cinctures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinctures. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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