ribbed

past tense of rib

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of ribbed The pullover has ribbed cuffs and a ribbed waistband, which gives the baggier fit additional structure and a more polished look. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025 The whole camera is clad in a sturdy rubber, and the front is ribbed and has the GoPro logo in the company's iconic shade of blue. Craig Wilson, PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025 The pullover-style top is made from the same stretchy and breathable material and features ribbed cuffs to balance out the oversized fit. Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025 The singer was spotted in a variety of devastatingly cool outfits, like a red long-sleeve top and low-slung black pants, and a belted, ribbed, burgundy catsuit. Marci Robin, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025 It’s ribbed for an extra cozy touch and has a flattering empire waist that will pair nicely with fall-friendly boots—either ankle or knee length. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2025 The striped sweater has ribbed cuffs with decorative buttons, while the corresponding midi skirt is designed with a stretchy waist and back slit. Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025 Seyfried kept the comfort-first theme going through her outfit, opting for a blush pink ribbed button-up top and matching hot pants. Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ribbed
Verb
  • Then in August, Ford was back in Louisville announcing a $2 billion investment bringing a new electric vehicle assembly platform to LAP and teased a future EV truck the plant will make.
    Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Klum already teased this year’s elaborate look sharing three photos of what appeared to be a 3D model in the works.
    Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Sucker Punch recently fired a developer who joked about right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk’s assassination after the same people who vowed to never play Yotei launched a cancel campaign against the studio.
    Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
  • The pair also joked about it when the former President showed up on the podcast Michelle Obama co-hosts with her brother, titled IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.
    Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025

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“Ribbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribbed. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.

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