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as in dresses
to put on one's best or formal clothes
we always like to dress up when going to parties
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as in disguises
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity
the war was a fiasco that the administration tried to dress up as a triumph
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as in spruces
to make more desirable
dressed up the house with new windows and a paint job before putting it on the market
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as in clothes
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
the girls were dressed up in skirts or dresses, but the boys were wearing jeans
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Recent Examples of dresses up
Denim Royale features luxe finishes and denim that dresses up without losing authenticity.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Each year, the museum dresses up in its Halloween décor and presents games, crafts, spooky stories and prizes.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Oct. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Each year, the museum dresses up in its Halloween décor and presents games, crafts, spooky stories and prizes.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dresses up
Verb
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Gucci, the presenting sponsor since the launch of the gala in 2011, dresses many of the evening’s VIPs.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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On top of that, Free People dresses, Madewell jeans, and more are on sale.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
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His tryout didn't go great — but the bit did spawn an entirely new series starring Powell as a disgraced former college football star who disguises himself with prosthetics and joins the South Georgia Catfish football team.—
Kristen Baldwin,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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Instead of providing an actual document, the page disguises a malicious PowerShell command as a file path.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Nishijima brings his characteristic intensity to Kenji, a man whose academic arrogance masks deep insecurity and desperation.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
22 Sep. 2025
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The mirth masks a deeper, remarkable transformation.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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What the pair conceals might amplify the electricity between them—or provide cover if the charge dissipates.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
14 Oct. 2025
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Sullivan, the drill instructor whose hardened exterior conceals his own private battles.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Chamomile softens the flame, vanilla sweetens the smoke, and the result is all loving, never strange… a total trance.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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Stretching it into a three-day weekend only sweetens the deal.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Each circular cutout reveals the date but hides what’s inside, making every pour a fun surprise.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Jason Clarke is a force as Alex, whose booming charm hides fraudulent business dealings and a growing opioid addiction, while Arquette is Emmy-worthy as the long-suffering but demanding Maggie.—
EW Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Balance Training Balance training is any exercise that improves your balance.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
19 Oct. 2025
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Rookie forward Adou Thiero will also be sidelined to start the season as his left knee swelling improves.—
Khobi Price,
Oc Register,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Creatine enhances energy and performance during high-intensity exercise, while protein supports muscle growth, repair, and development.—
Jessica Swirble,
Verywell Health,
14 Oct. 2025
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From minimalist gold styles to louder ones punctuated by pearls and diamonds, even the pickiest of fashion insiders can find a pair of huggie earrings that not only complements but enhances their favorite ‘fit.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Dresses up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dresses%20up. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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