as in gowns
a loose pullover garment worn in bed
bought a long nightdress for the cold winter months ahead
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Strapless dresses are not permitted, nor are one-shoulder gowns; no halter necks, spaghetti straps, midriff-baring dresses, or sheer gowns, either.
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After a few minutes of ritual, a group of three men shed their long black robes to reveal flowing gowns and began their sema, or ceremony, a ritual that has been recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
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One example from the book that illustrates Perel’s tough-love approach was a couple who loved to cuddle, wearing comfortable clothes such as flannel nightgowns to unwind.
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From shoulder pads to power suits and prom dresses to nightgowns, nothing is off limits.
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“Nightdresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightdresses. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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