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Recent Examples of hosiery
Some people got it—Censori says Saint Laurent’s creative director Anthony Vaccarello came up to her at Chateau Marmont and said Censori’s hosiery had influenced a YSL show.
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Anna Peele, Vanity Fair, 6 Feb. 2026
But, thin hosiery isn’t going to cut it.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 30 Jan. 2026
Accessories are key to elevate each look—including hosiery (winter’s unsung hero).
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026
For the first few decades of its existence, the center trained skilled laborers for jobs in the scads of textile mills across North Carolina, producing everything from hosiery to towels to upholstery.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025
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Anna Peele, Vanity Fair, 6 Feb. 2026
But, thin hosiery isn’t going to cut it.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 30 Jan. 2026
Accessories are key to elevate each look—including hosiery (winter’s unsung hero).
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026
For the first few decades of its existence, the center trained skilled laborers for jobs in the scads of textile mills across North Carolina, producing everything from hosiery to towels to upholstery.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hosiery
Noun
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McGonigle, 21, even made a smart choice in socks, going with an old-style, striped look.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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These soft, breathable and moisture-wicking compression socks help reduce swelling, and relieve aches and fatigue.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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While volunteers often assist with tasks like answering phones and stocking supplies, Agar sought to make a more personal impact.—
Alexa Liacko,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The formula works on bare skin or through stockings or tights.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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If possible, water your cucumbers with a soaker hose or drip irrigation to keep the foliage dry.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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If possible, water your cucumbers with a soaker hose or drip irrigation to keep the foliage dry.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Hosiery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hosiery. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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