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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
Now through September 1, indulge in trending ballet flats, chunky heels, and boots that appeared on the feet of your favorite stars and are sure to power every last one of your upcoming getups — doling out all-day comfort that will put your feet, and not only your wallet, at ease.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2025
Lohan, a gifted actor whose career has had some shaky turns, is left to build a performance on her costumes, an assortment of allegedly kicky but in reality horrifically ugly teenage-girl getups.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 8 Aug. 2025
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2025
Lohan, a gifted actor whose career has had some shaky turns, is left to build a performance on her costumes, an assortment of allegedly kicky but in reality horrifically ugly teenage-girl getups.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getups
Noun
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Retailers like Chewy, Amazon, and Walmart offer a wide variety of pet Halloween costumes.—
Kyley Warren,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Spirit Halloween is a seasonal retailer selling Halloween costumes, accessories, decor and animatronics for all ages, per the company.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Those attributes — earning Piccioli a reputation in fashion as one of its great romantics — were also apparent in his designs for Balenciaga, which incorporated plenty of thoughtful details that referenced the archive.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The coveted lineup boasts warm wood pieces, modern designs, clean lines, and accessible price points that offer a calming, cohesive aesthetic.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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There’s casual wear, sexy dresses, great fashion denim pieces, faux fur coats.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Styled by Dani Michelle, the Rhode founder has shown a penchant for silky Tom Ford-era Gucci and buttery Saint Laurent blazers, clingy Mugler dresses and sweet Donna Karan sets.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Yet there still could be tweaks to things such as the layouts of some facilities, buildings and internal streets as the city and other agencies sign off on various permits.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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Fundamentally, the issue arises because windows are permanent structural elements, whereas seat layouts can change based on airline preferences.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
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In the recent past, Louboutin has repeatedly included the world of dance in his presentation formats, spanning from more cabaret-style performances to edgier takes, like the one developed with renowned choreographer Sadeck Berrabah in 2023 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his iconic red soles.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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Beyond features, the deal also signals opportunities for cross-platform storytelling that can travel across borders and formats.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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Plants and natural forms are not afterthoughts, but recurring motifs.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Derrick Adams’ works celebrated the color and movement through vibrant geometric styles; David Shrigley featured wit and humor through banana motifs and Hattie Stewart leaned into a trippy take on optimism through Pop-Surrealist florals.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But Masumura’s manner is raw and harsh, a cinematic parallel to pulp fiction, with intense emotional and physical violence, candid and heated eroticism, hectic performances, and luridly skewed visual compositions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
2 Oct. 2025
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There are sonic through lines between Chernobyl and her scores for Todd Field’s Tár or Sarah Polley’s Women Talking, and with Gudnadóttir’s original compositions.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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Despite the genre's themes, horror fans describe their community as kind, open-minded, and welcoming.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Those are universal important themes to be exploring.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Getups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getups. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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