midriffs

noun

plural of midriff
as in waists
the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriffs Bared midriffs were everywhere—one woman went so far as to bedazzle her baby bump. — Irene Kim, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 Baggy Carhartt jeans paired with leather moto jackets, while others went for Gucci’s low-rise flare jeans and bare midriffs. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026 Aside from essential winter pieces, trends like asymmetrical skirts were frequently spotted, espresso-brown hues continued their takeover, and exposed midriffs added an unexpected edge to cold-weather dressing. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026 The shirts may have short or long sleeves, but cannot be sleeveless or reveal midriffs. — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
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waists
Noun
  • Half the room was firmly against, loyal to their elevated athleisure and silk pants with drawstring waists, a smaller contingent was staunchly pro, and one editor who shall remain unnamed voiced a defense of the travel skirt.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Each sister has magically been bestowed tighter skin, smaller waists, bigger boobs, plumper lips, and longer extensions, among other things.
    — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of waists

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“Midriffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/midriffs. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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