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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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2
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
Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
While accepting Spain’s National Film Award at the festival on September 20, veteran actor Eduard Fernández wore a Keffiyeh, a traditional Palestinian garb, and spoke at length about Gaza.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Matt Ralphs, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Oct. 2024
Floral sculptures appear throughout the store, including one that is garbed in a silk robe.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2024
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Noun
Six white men in military and civilian garb crowd her space, standing to either side of her, symmetrically framing her in the center.
—Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
While accepting Spain’s National Film Award at the festival on September 20, veteran actor Eduard Fernández wore a Keffiyeh, a traditional Palestinian garb, and spoke at length about Gaza.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
People gather expectantly on the streets or gaze from their windows, and then the performers arrive, all garbed in red devil costumes, complete with horns and pitchforks covered in sparkling fireworks.
—Matt Ralphs, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Oct. 2024
Floral sculptures appear throughout the store, including one that is garbed in a silk robe.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garb
Noun
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Her critique also reflected (and amplified) a widespread suspicion—that trans femininity was always a performance, a costume.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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One of the most impressive aspects of Smith’s costume design is the fact that each character, no matter how small, has their own distinct look that still feels of a piece with the overall world.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This lush faux Norfolk pine garland features a more irregular, layered look for an organic feel.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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In the capital, Caracas, CNN took a rare look at the application.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Hardwood floors harmonize with dark wood furnishings and wicker accents, alongside bathrooms clad in custom Portuguese azulejos-style tiles.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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He was found by a passerby in an alley on Pennsylvania Road, bleeding from the head and only partially clothed.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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According to statewide court guidance and the Texas Courts of Appeals, participants are expected to wear business or business casual attire.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Nov. 2025
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Do not wear any political shirts, hats, buttons or other attire featuring candidates or ballot initiatives.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The conversation seems to have marked a shift in the right’s attitudes about Fuentes.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Is that indicative of a telling contrast in attitudes?—
Joe Kozlowski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The barely believable but entirely true story saw gay rights activists trick their way into the Methodist Central Hall in Westminster, London by dressing plainly and conservatively – one even went as far as dressing as nun, while another donned the garbs of a bishop.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The room at the Art Hotel in Victoria Island was dressed with intention—well-lit and humming with purpose, every detail considered.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For the Blue Jays, Bichette would be their franchise shortstop in the same manner he's been for the last few years.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Once testing is complete, DSS will work closely with our EBT vendor to issue benefits in a timely manner.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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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.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Reliance Retail has about 12,000 stores across India and sells everything from smartphones to groceries to apparel through various eponymous brands, including Reliance Fresh, Reliance Digital and Reliance Trends.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN,
11 Aug. 2021
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“Garb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garb. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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