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as in costume
clothing chosen as appropriate for a specific situation
decided to clothe himself in traditional Scottish garb for the celebration
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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
a fable about personal redemption presented in the garb of a conventional horror story
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
firefighters garbed in protective gear
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Recent Examples of garb
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
In a screen grab from his brief appearance Wednesday, Abu Safiya, 53, was shown handcuffed and sitting in white prison garb.
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Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Only baby food, baby bottles and toddler toys were found inside the home, where the teenage boys were discovered garbed in diapers, according to a law enforcement source.
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Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Combined with his garb, which could include berets and glasses, Jaimoe was simply one of the coolest-looking guys in music.
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David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
In a screen grab from his brief appearance Wednesday, Abu Safiya, 53, was shown handcuffed and sitting in white prison garb.
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Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Verb
In another photo released by the U.S. House Oversight Committee, Epstein appears to be garbed in traditional Arab black-and-gold robes and a red-and-white headdress known as a Shemagh.
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Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Only baby food, baby bottles and toddler toys were found inside the home, where the teenage boys were discovered garbed in diapers, according to a law enforcement source.
—
Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garb
Noun
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News how his costume took a toll on his body.
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In one photo, Affleck holds a young Seraphina in a baby carrier while holding hands with Violet, and in another, Affleck wears a Batman costume while holding son Samuel.
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Here’s a look at the pending appeals that the Supreme Court could accept or reject as early as June 22.
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.
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Its interior walls were clad in marble.
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In the post, Anne Hathaway, clad in all white, walks into the frame with her arms crossed over her belly.
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The model’s attire was crafted with a delicate lace material and two unique botanical motifs.
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The pair can be seen dressed in black, elegant attire with bright smiles on their faces.
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During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
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Formalwear embraced a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, or with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.
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The vast majority that day was dressed in Ecuador’s canary yellow.
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Pair them with a blouse and heels for a meeting or dress them down with sneakers and a sweatshirt for the weekend.
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But he is viewed by Labour supporters as a more effective, optimistic and plain-speaking communicator than Starmer, who's quiet, lawyerly manner has consistently failed to connect with the public's national mood.
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Authorities have not said whether foul play is suspected, and no manner of death has been determined.
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Cole Haan is turning its sights to apparel.
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On top of everyday savings, the warehouse club also offers members additional monthly savings on top products—everything from grocery items to apparel.
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“Garb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garb. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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