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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
Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 26 Mar. 2026
Dressed in beige prison outfits and separated from each other by their lawyers, Maduro and his wife wore headsets to hear the translation of the proceedings into Spanish and appeared to be listening intently as the arguments were presented.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Packing versatile outfits and limiting luggage makes transit easier, reduces fees, and gives you more flexibility throughout your trip.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
Friends are sprawled out on the couch, or coming in and out of the room to show off their outfits, or sneaking mimosas into coffee cups.
—Jazmine Hughes, Allure, 24 Mar. 2026
The peer-to-peer marketplace lets users rent designer outfits and other items from local closets.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Several commercial outfits have recently announced big funding influxes aimed at speeding up the development and launch of new orbiting outposts.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
Figuring out how to style an oversized button-up shirt will unlock so many outfits.
—India Roby, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Ahead, shop Sarah Pidgeon’s best outfits, all easy to replicate and repeat across the spring months ahead.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
Clare Holden, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
Ahead, seven Masters outfits that will feel right at home on and off the course.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Earlier this year, the company supplied Team USA’s Opening and Closing Ceremony outfits for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Worn under a sweater or on its own, this top will be a great jumping-off point when building outfits this winter.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
They’re usually decked out in 2000s fashion, from butterfly clips to space buns, or her signature outfits from The Lizzie McGuire Movie.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Great Pisces outfits consist of bohemian styles that show off their soulful nature, such as flowy dresses and floral prints, but at the same time, include items that are playful and bold, leaning into aesthetics like balletcore and Barbiecore (after all, Barbie herself is a Pisces).
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
Scroll on for Snoop Dogg’s most memorable Olympics outfits so far.
—Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
Italy 2026 Olympic opening ceremony outfits Team Italy is wearing outfits designed by EA7 Emporio Armani.
—Melissa Gaffney, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
Lobbying outfits specializing in representing defense contractors, such as Anchor & Arrow, have also brought in significant business since bombs began dropping in Iran.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 26 Mar. 2026
Dressed in beige prison outfits and separated from each other by their lawyers, Maduro and his wife wore headsets to hear the translation of the proceedings into Spanish and appeared to be listening intently as the arguments were presented.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Packing versatile outfits and limiting luggage makes transit easier, reduces fees, and gives you more flexibility throughout your trip.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
Friends are sprawled out on the couch, or coming in and out of the room to show off their outfits, or sneaking mimosas into coffee cups.
—Jazmine Hughes, Allure, 24 Mar. 2026
The peer-to-peer marketplace lets users rent designer outfits and other items from local closets.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Several commercial outfits have recently announced big funding influxes aimed at speeding up the development and launch of new orbiting outposts.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
Figuring out how to style an oversized button-up shirt will unlock so many outfits.
—India Roby, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Ahead, shop Sarah Pidgeon’s best outfits, all easy to replicate and repeat across the spring months ahead.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
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Strappy sandals are the best shoes to take midi dress outfits up a level.
—Clare Holden, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
Ahead, seven Masters outfits that will feel right at home on and off the course.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Earlier this year, the company supplied Team USA’s Opening and Closing Ceremony outfits for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Worn under a sweater or on its own, this top will be a great jumping-off point when building outfits this winter.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
They’re usually decked out in 2000s fashion, from butterfly clips to space buns, or her signature outfits from The Lizzie McGuire Movie.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Great Pisces outfits consist of bohemian styles that show off their soulful nature, such as flowy dresses and floral prints, but at the same time, include items that are playful and bold, leaning into aesthetics like balletcore and Barbiecore (after all, Barbie herself is a Pisces).
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
Scroll on for Snoop Dogg’s most memorable Olympics outfits so far.
—Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
Italy 2026 Olympic opening ceremony outfits Team Italy is wearing outfits designed by EA7 Emporio Armani.
—Melissa Gaffney, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outfits
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With show-stopping musical numbers, colorful costumes, and a first-rate cast, this production showcases the remarkable talent and dedication of local young performers, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Cosplaying Cartman and scary cyclists Cosplayers can spend hundreds, even thousands, of dollars to create their fanciful costumes.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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Critics contend the industry plunders distressed companies, leading to downsizing and cost-cutting that hurts local communities, though other research has pushed back on that reputation.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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The companies’ goal is to eventually offer autonomous rideshare options in 25 cities by 2031.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Polls suggest that most people want owners to pay for their own stadiums, but sports teams are desired and beloved, a source not only of entertainment but also of civic pride.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2026
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The teams meet Sunday in the series finale.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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Qatar makes helium at the Ros Laffan facility and supplies a third of the world’s helium.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The company headquartered in King of Prussia, just outside Philadelphia, is home to the official bat of Major League Baseball — and supplies a few Phillies players with custom bats.—
Nikki DeMentri,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Two advisers to Qatar told me that Global Risk had also conducted background checks and written reports on people linked to campaigns criticizing Qatar; corporate-intelligence firms often provide such open-source research.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Southeast Asia, however, is further back on the value chain, and attracts global firms due to its low production costs, rather than an edge in healthcare innovation.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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And while the all-volunteer force has produced the finest military in the world, democracies have historically fielded stronger armies by drawing on the full diversity of talent, perspectives, and experiences of their citizens.—
Zach Iscol,
New York Daily News,
23 Mar. 2026
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On April 15, 1862, a small battle broke out between the Confederate and Union armies.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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Jason Harris, who serves as the associate dean for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars at Purdue, stated that the experience provided by the Alpha-E equips students with the technical skills necessary for the evolving energy sector.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Mar. 2026
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This act requires all public colleges and universities in California to improve financial aid accessibility for student parents and equips colleges to better identify and support them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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Jeans and tops account for 18 percent, respectively, followed by dresses, knitwear, shorts and skirts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
25 Mar. 2026
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With many of these debut collections available, the season’s standout pieces are making their way into carts—from prized accessories (new Bottega bags and Balenciaga shoes) to chic ready-to-wear (think statement dresses from Proenza Schouler and Celine jeans).—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Outfits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfits. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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