getups

plural of getup
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as in costumes
clothing chosen as appropriate for a specific situation went to the prom in some elaborately beaded getup

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as in designs
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the wine book's getup is pretty standard, with wines being arranged according to country of origin

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Recent Examples of getups The bars are flooded with single people dressed in their sexiest getups and looking vaguely uncomfortable. Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026 On and off the screen, they can be seen in getups composed of skin-tight bootie shorts, instantly recognizable white cowboy boots, deep-blue cropped blouses, and high-shine pom poms. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 July 2026 Gender is often ambiguous—or beside the point—with getups ranging from church lady to dance-hall tart to BDSM munchkin. Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026 Ballroom culture infuses all aspects of the show, including a parade of costumes, ranging from contemporary neon getups to sumptuous evening gowns and glittering headdresses. Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026 Stunning in shimmering orange getups? Laura Lane, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026 From there, the scene jumps to Milan, where Andy and Miranda are seen attending myriad fashion shows and wearing a series of ravishing getups, all soundtracked once again by Madonna’s 1990 hit. Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026 Emily brought her dramatic energy to the shows, thrashing her skinny way through the crowds in her surrealist thrift-store getups, crowd-surfing and stage diving and taking elbows to the face with theatrical aplomb. Andrew Martin, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026 Onstage, Fleming dresses in glam-rock getups reminiscent of both Mick Jagger and Cher. Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
  • Boardrooms filled with people other than just white men often make better decisions about advertising copy and Halloween costumes.
    Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Inside, visitors will find a significant slice of Lucas’ private collection, amassed over five decades and spanning art, costumes, movie props and memorabilia, with more than 1,300 objects currently displayed across 30 galleries.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026
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  • Sergio tells Bryan that his designs are incongruent, and everyone has a problem with the crotch on his gown.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • His son, in partnership with close friends behind Bolivia’s best boutique hotel brand Panorama (known for Met and Atix in La Paz), teamed up to bring Ugalde’s vision to life, true to his original designs.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The minimalist shape pairs well with jeans, loungewear, and even dresses.
    Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Bra bands that dig in and have minimal side coverage can create bulges under your tops and dresses, but this under-$20 Warners style does the opposite, according to shoppers.
    Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Autumn Ring will return in December for the first time since GT6, and interestingly, it’ll be offered with two layouts.
    Adam Ismail, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Mini Domy The Brda has lots of options available, including different interior layouts, an optional deck area, and the ability to swap out the steps for an indoor spiral staircase.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
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  • Johnson is the type of player who can provide cost-efficient production and improve the near-term outlook of a dynasty team around the margins — especially in TE-premium scoring formats.
    Jakob Sanderson, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Under the partnership, Mad Solutions and IRTH will develop original films, television series and other formats, including projects built around talent represented by MAD Celebrity.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The vibrant floral motifs and creamy white hue ooze sophistication, while the dainty size is perfect for carrying your phone, keys, lipstick, and wallet.
    Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Alternatively, the sleek lines could fit in living spaces with Art Deco motifs and could play nice with other metal finishes.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Sanguinetti’s cinematography balances striking compositions befitting her photography career with a more immediate verité style content to be as freewheeling as Guillermina and Belinda were as children.
    Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Yet there are surprisingly few evaluations across different ethnicities, body compositions, and intensities of physical activity.
    Mike McRae September 03, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
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  • At San Sebastián, the film is also in contention for the Sebastiane Award, an honor for films exploring LGBTQIA+ themes and experiences.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Inspired by one of Jordan’s many nicknames, the Black Cat line has become one of the most popular themes in the Air Jordan line.
    Riley Jones, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026

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“Getups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getups. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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