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as in costumes
clothing chosen as appropriate for a specific situation
the restaurant provides its waitstaff with themed outfits do you want to buy a new outfit for the Halloween party?
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as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
they're an outfit specializing in travel tours for senior citizens
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as in teams
a group of people working together on a task
the whole outfit quit early for lunch
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as in supplies
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
outfitted the scuba instructors handsomely with all new gear
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Recent Examples of outfits
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
But that doesn’t mean the outfits aren’t also forward-looking in terms of what’s trending for 2026.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
On her personal Instagram and TikTok accounts, Hirshleifer-Penn often shares her own designer outfits and must-have items, a Celine calfskin midi skirt with a gourmette chain fastening one day, a military-green Saint Laurent jacket with a stand collar the next.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
The nana had picked out two new outfits for the baby girl, including a long-sleeve onesie with an elephant crowned by a pink bow on its front.
—Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
The low-top is slim and elegant, while the bright-red patent gives them a bold pop of color that’ll level-up any of your outfits.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Designed by Goyol Cashmere, the ceremonial outfits reinterpret traditional deel garments—the long, belted robes of Mongolia’s nomadic heritage—in a super chic contemporary cut.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
Jane Fonda’s courtside look proves that the best outfits are built on pieces that do the work for you.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
In other words, Johnson is comfortable wearing strange outfits.
—Matthew Stolle, Twin Cities, 28 Jan. 2026
Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
Each pair was chosen with real travel days in mind—think airport miles, cobblestone streets, and outfits that still feel pulled together.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
According to the brand, Valentine’s Day consistently drives strong engagement across dresses, statement tops and special occasion wear, as customers plan outfits to match a range of celebrations, including date nights, galentine’s gatherings and daytime brunches.
—Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In Les habitants, Depardon outfits a camper-trailer with mics and cameras and hits the French highways, parking in various locations around the country and inviting a range of people—teenagers and the elderly, single people and couples, parents and children—inside simply to talk.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2026
The Disney Channel alum rewore some of her most iconic Sharpay Evans outfits two decades later.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
An Ohio couple is dressing their baby daughter, Dianna, in iconic Princess Diana outfits for monthly photoshoots.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Jan. 2026
The wide-leg style has a relaxed fit, giving your work outfits a little movement.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
From plane-ready outfits and supportive shoes built for long sightseeing days to chic luggage, must-have travel bags, and tech that keeps everything charged, tracked, and stress-free, this sale covers every corner of your packing list.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
But that doesn’t mean the outfits aren’t also forward-looking in terms of what’s trending for 2026.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
On her personal Instagram and TikTok accounts, Hirshleifer-Penn often shares her own designer outfits and must-have items, a Celine calfskin midi skirt with a gourmette chain fastening one day, a military-green Saint Laurent jacket with a stand collar the next.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
The nana had picked out two new outfits for the baby girl, including a long-sleeve onesie with an elephant crowned by a pink bow on its front.
—Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
The low-top is slim and elegant, while the bright-red patent gives them a bold pop of color that’ll level-up any of your outfits.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Designed by Goyol Cashmere, the ceremonial outfits reinterpret traditional deel garments—the long, belted robes of Mongolia’s nomadic heritage—in a super chic contemporary cut.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
Jane Fonda’s courtside look proves that the best outfits are built on pieces that do the work for you.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
In other words, Johnson is comfortable wearing strange outfits.
—Matthew Stolle, Twin Cities, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Interestingly, both outfits follow a similar formula.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
Each pair was chosen with real travel days in mind—think airport miles, cobblestone streets, and outfits that still feel pulled together.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
According to the brand, Valentine’s Day consistently drives strong engagement across dresses, statement tops and special occasion wear, as customers plan outfits to match a range of celebrations, including date nights, galentine’s gatherings and daytime brunches.
—Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In Les habitants, Depardon outfits a camper-trailer with mics and cameras and hits the French highways, parking in various locations around the country and inviting a range of people—teenagers and the elderly, single people and couples, parents and children—inside simply to talk.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2026
The Disney Channel alum rewore some of her most iconic Sharpay Evans outfits two decades later.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
An Ohio couple is dressing their baby daughter, Dianna, in iconic Princess Diana outfits for monthly photoshoots.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Jan. 2026
The wide-leg style has a relaxed fit, giving your work outfits a little movement.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outfits
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DiMeo said the business relies a lot on customers wearing the costumes on the slopes to entice sales.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
7 Feb. 2026
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After the Olympics, Cantini Parrini will focus on the costumes for a new TV series by Italian director Gabriele Muccino that will center on the relationship between the late Maurizio Gucci and Patrizia Reggiani.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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That makes Costco one of the few big companies to defy the administration — and get away with it.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Tax software companies often have free plans for simple returns, CNBC reports.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2026
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Terrance Gore, a baseball player whose remarkable speed earned him spots on three championship teams, including the 2020 Dodgers, died Friday, the Kansas City Royals announced on social media.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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What are Puppy Bowl 2026 teams?—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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With Nvidia investing in OpenAI, for example, Nvidia, directly or indirectly, supplies OpenAI with GPUs [graphics processing units] and the investment enables OpenAI to buy more.—
Mikael Johnsson,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Though this information isn’t in the controller’s database, Irvine posts it on its own web site and supplies it to Transparent California as well.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
4 Feb. 2026
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For much of 2025, the company, like other major tech firms, raced to strike deals and pour in investment.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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There are a number of firms getting in on the action, including big familiar names and plucky upstarts.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The historical fiction imagines the Mexican and American armies fighting for control of the West — part myth, fact and fiction spanning the past and present.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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These anti-peace sentiments can be quickly amplified by bot armies.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Understanding your triggers better equips you for future anxious moments.—
Stefanie Groner,
Glamour,
4 Feb. 2026
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My legal and management background equips me to tackle Washington gridlock.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Look no further than this savory oatmeal recipe, which takes a classic sweet breakfast staple and dresses it up with sesame oil, quinoa, and a jammy egg.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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It is featured on skirts, blouses and more dresses with various cuts and silhouettes, demonstrating the unique design’s versatility and statement-making appeal.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Outfits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfits. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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