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
Not quite as obvious as the ensembles, however, were Hathaway's wink-wink nails.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Mar. 2026
Directed by John Madden (1998's Shakespeare in Love), the film provides old-school thrills, with a massive ensemble of beloved British actors.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
Paradise isn’t beating the time-travel or alternate-universe allegations anytime soon, not with Doherty’s character being such a mysterious addition to its ensemble.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
Around them, however, the ensemble has a more difficult time coming into focus.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
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Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Mar. 2026
Directed by John Madden (1998's Shakespeare in Love), the film provides old-school thrills, with a massive ensemble of beloved British actors.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
Paradise isn’t beating the time-travel or alternate-universe allegations anytime soon, not with Doherty’s character being such a mysterious addition to its ensemble.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
Around them, however, the ensemble has a more difficult time coming into focus.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
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Competitions are planned ranging from a strawberry costume contest to pie eating and beer stein-holding.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Asian version will take flight after the original contest takes place in Vienna in May, with 35 countries competing in the singing contest known for outrageous costumes, towering ballads and high-energy performances.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
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Named for the Astor matriarch who shaped New York society, these suites feature a welcome foyer, separate living room, king bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, and that same stunning marble bathroom.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Storytelling elements Trims cannot be ignored in denim’s evolution from reliable uniform cloth to being a uniquely personal foundational piece in consumers’ wardrobes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2026
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This is a local crowd who live in and around Trastevere; fashion types discussing their day over dinner; a couple in yoga outfits catching up over a bottle of organic red from Puglia, mats tucked away in the corner.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Shorts + flats outfit ideas for spring 2026 The combination of shorts + flats equals relaxed, practical outfits with an effortlessly chic touch.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
31 Mar. 2026
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Another version used the bubble-wand photo to give Graham a pink Cinderella-style dress and a set of Mini Mouse ears, complete with perky red bow.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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According to data collected in 2025 by luxury watch resale marketplace Chrono24, Gen Z buy more classic dress watches than any other age demographic.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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It is named after Edward Dilworth Latta, a traveling salesman who opened a clothing store in 1876.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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