as in costume
a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothes and accessories
She wore an elegant three-piece ensemble.
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Recent Examples of ensemble
The return of ’80s power dressing that began last year has had time to evolve, and without a doubt, the 56-year-old actor shows us the most modern and sensual versions of the ensemble.
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Michel Mejía, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2025
The knit ensemble includes a high-neck sweater and relaxed wide-leg pants that are great for travel days or lounging at home.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
The full ensemble is heavily featured throughout the show, and supporting cast was on-set for the duration of filming.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Vogue’s Favorite Pop of Red Pieces On the fall/winter 2025 runways, red made a bold statement, from the glossy shoes at Ferragamo and Gucci to the red separates seen at Bally and Fendi to the tonal ensembles seen at Miu Miu, Valentino, and Saint Laurent.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
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Michel Mejía, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2025
The knit ensemble includes a high-neck sweater and relaxed wide-leg pants that are great for travel days or lounging at home.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
The full ensemble is heavily featured throughout the show, and supporting cast was on-set for the duration of filming.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Vogue’s Favorite Pop of Red Pieces On the fall/winter 2025 runways, red made a bold statement, from the glossy shoes at Ferragamo and Gucci to the red separates seen at Bally and Fendi to the tonal ensembles seen at Miu Miu, Valentino, and Saint Laurent.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
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Crowds gathering at the immigration facility in recent days have adopted absurdist protest tactics, including wearing inflatable costumes depicting frogs, unicorns, axolotls, and bananas while facing federal law enforcement.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Throughout Lang’s brief career, there were hints of fancy dress—of the little girl who rootles around in a box of grownup costumes, trying out one look after the next.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
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Tommy Hilfiger Plaid Button-Down Shirt Add a pop of color to your wardrobe with this button-down shirt from Tommy Hilfiger.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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There’s something about a color refresh that can completely change the way your wardrobe feels—but not every shade withstands the test of time.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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What would be a typical work outfit for you?—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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The longtime outfit from Omaha, Nebraska, that melds rock, reggae, rap and funk first declared March 11 (get it?—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Rae walked down the aisle wearing an elegant wedding dress designed by Badgley Mischka.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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The brand just dropped a slew of fall dresses crafted from luxe fabrics like cashmere and washable silk at a fraction of the cost of designer alternatives.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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Having slipped the painting under his clothing, Peruggia escaped the building undetected and wasn’t caught for two years.—
Caitlin Danaher,
CNN Money,
19 Oct. 2025
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As with the previous mass No Kings protests, revolutionary messaging showed up in demonstrators' clothing, chants and signs as protesters sought to remind people that America was founded in opposition to monarchy.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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