as in clothes
covering for the human body
a store that sells both men's and women's clothing
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as in dressing
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
they liked to clothe the twins in identical outfits just to confuse people
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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
regulations clothed in obscure terminology
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Recent Examples of clothing
Todd Feurer, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
One of history’s most iconic pieces of clothing, Jennifer Lopez’s jungle dress, was her design.
—Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 30 Mar. 2026
Known as kolbars, these porters carry goods — such as cigarettes, electronics, and clothing — across Iran’s western provinces.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Police said the suspect, identified as Jamir Ortiz, allegedly concealed multiple items under his clothing and left the store.
—Bay City News Service, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The robber was described as a Hispanic male between 20 and 30 years old, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 250 pounds, with a beard, black-frame glasses, and dark clothing.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
One of history’s most iconic pieces of clothing, Jennifer Lopez’s jungle dress, was her design.
—Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 30 Mar. 2026
Known as kolbars, these porters carry goods — such as cigarettes, electronics, and clothing — across Iran’s western provinces.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Police said the suspect, identified as Jamir Ortiz, allegedly concealed multiple items under his clothing and left the store.
—Bay City News Service, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clothing
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The center also housing a ticketing office, concessions area, blue box theater and dressing rooms.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Taste dressing and add the juice of remaining lemon to taste (dressing should be bright and tangy).—
Molly Baz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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That neighbor also raised concerns about security, saying fewer on-site resources and changes in how calls are handled have left some people feeling uneasy.—
Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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For years, would-be first-time homebuyers have complained about the skimpy inventory of starter homes, saying costly McMansion-style subdivisions are all that’s being built now.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
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Anyone wearing cow attire — inside the restaurant or at the sure-to-be-buzzin’ drive-thru — will receive a free select entree or kid’s meal.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the Office of Career Services offers access to the Crimson and Cream Closet, where individuals can select professional interview attire free of charge in preparation for the upcoming fair.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The pictures capture thirty years of evolving set design and costuming in Technicolor—or rather, a gaudier and more hallucinogenic version of it.—
Bryan Barcena,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2026
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Chrome filigree details outline white French tips, nodding to the swoon-worthy Edwardian costuming in period pieces like Bridgerton.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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Some union leaders for health care workers with Allina released a statement upon the announcement of this deal expressing some concerns.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
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The shooting unleashed a stream of political reaction, with Republicans quick to blame Pritzker and his fellow Democrats for championing the state’s sanctuary policies, using them as a political cudgel in expressing outrage over Gorman’s killing.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The city is putting the North Texas Street business district in the spotlight as other local investments, like building a new recreation center, are underway.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Heat made a third-quarter push to get back into the game, putting together its own impressive shooting display in the period.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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KnitWell Group Specialty retail apparel company KnitWell named Sarah Evans as chief human resources officer.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Mar. 2026
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Fans will probably notice that the biggest difference this year is the $125-million sponsorship deal with Uniqlo, a Japanese apparel company that bought center field.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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Along with valid photo identification, occupants must also provide a statement from a licensed physician stating that a permanent disability severely limits aspects of their daily lives.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
28 Mar. 2026
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Reuters first reported on the breach March 27, stating that a Justice Department official confirmed the breach and said material published online appeared to be authentic.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Clothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clothing. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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