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plural of outfit
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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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present tense third-person singular of outfit

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Recent Examples of outfits
Noun
Williams, who plays Sally’s other daughter Antonia, added that viewers should expect her outfits to lean more trendy with a vintage flair. Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026 As the villains, Jamie Foxx and Dane DeHaan are trapped in Z-movie outfits and motivations — Foxx’s Max Diillon is a Spidey fan transformed by an eel attack, DeHaan’s Harry Osborn is basically a vampire. Darren Franich, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Aug. 2026 Let’s talk about the outfits that get ruined or made irrelevant! Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 July 2026 This is exactly the kind of top that instantly makes summer outfits feel more elevated. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026 Some of Kate’s style codes include sustainability (rewearing outfits on sometimes numerous occasions), as well as dressing in bright colors, a tip from Queen Elizabeth so as to be seen more easily in a crowd. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 31 July 2026 The result is a minimalist shoe with a stronger visual presence, capable of adding character even to the most basic outfits. Selene Oliva, Glamour, 26 July 2026 Coming up with new ways to rework these timeless basics can prove challenging, especially when soaring temperatures leave little room for layering, so rely on these celebrity outfits built around the simple tops as your guide. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 24 July 2026 Her performance is marked by a startling fearlessness regarding nudity and sexuality and outlandishly revealing outfits. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026
Verb
Bollywood stars — who typically appear in the shows, and model outfits that quickly sell out — skipped both the runways and front rows for the most part. CNN Money, 30 July 2026 Old Formalwear and Clothes Professional suits from previous careers, gowns from events that happened decades ago, and outfits that haven’t fit in years (and aren’t worth tailoring) can all be cleared from your closet. Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 26 July 2026 Its fine‑gauge knit feels soft against the skin and drapes smoothly, lending even simple outfits a polished finish. Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Proponents of a single time include the American Medical Association and American Academy of Sleep Medicine — outfits to whom daily rhythms are deeply important. Deepti Hajela, Fortune, 16 July 2026 Think outfits that cleverly combine the sultry relaxation of resortwear with the maximalist slinkiness of cocktail attire. Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 13 July 2026 Start with this polished shoulder bag that pairs effortlessly with everything from Sunday brunch outfits to wedding guest looks and date nights. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 As soon as the concept was solidified, French began thinking of different ways to translate the polka-dot print on the cover stars’ outfits into a makeup look. Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 25 June 2026 For the latter, kids, families and pets are welcome to show their patriotic spirit by decorating their bikes, scooters, strollers, wagons or outfits in red, white, and blue. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outfits
Noun
  • Night after night, Swift would perform for more than three hours, running back her career one era at a time, each one its own world with distinctive sets, costumes, and colors.
    Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
  • King and Williams, who appeared on a panel hosted by Vogue’s Chloe Malle during Teen Vogue Fest on July 25, shared how the costumes in Practical Magic 2 nod to the past.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • As airlines promote their eco-friendly initiatives this summer, experts advise looking past the marketing to find companies making genuine operational changes.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Apertura was among the flock of investors, trading houses, and oil and gas companies at the event.
    Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Her work has reached 100+ million learners through videos, courses, and keynotes at Harvard, MIT, Stanford, SXSW, and with teams at Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Comcast, and more.
    Big Think, Big Think, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Ahead of the 2026 football season, AJC Varsity is announcing our preseason all-state teams.
    Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The company supplies data center hardware (think Ethernet switches, routers, and other networking products) to hyperscalers including Microsoft and Meta Platforms .
    Jim Cramer, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The firm supplies electricity across much of the Gulf South, an area along the northern part of the Gulf of Mexico.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • This fuss-free pair has it all—plenty of color choices, comfy low heels, and a sleek, versatile design that will easily match any outfit, especially mini skirts and dresses.
    Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Their supportive cork footbeds and timeless designs work now with breezy dresses, shorts, or linen pants, then transition seamlessly to jeans and lightweight sweaters as temperatures begin to cool.
    Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Oil companies also invest for the long term, and — while Rodriguez’s government is welcoming foreign firms now — a change of leadership could quickly change that picture.
    Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • These tokens, offered by firms like Tessera, provide economic exposure to underlying assets but do not confer direct ownership, voting rights, or share registry inclusion.
    Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Hightower high lord and his armies have occupied Tumbleton and have Rhaenyra in something of a bind.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • Sauron’s armies have marched across the whole of the world, conquering all in their path.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2026
Verb
  • Across the aisle on the entry side, the compact kitchen block equips trailer cooks with a dual-burner gas stove with hard lid, rectangular sink, 59-L fridge and two wing-like worktops - one that folds down and one that removes and stores away.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 July 2026
  • Digital transformation succeeds when technology complements people and equips them with new skills, rather than creating uncertainty or resistance to change.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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“Outfits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfits. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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