as in clothing
covering for the human body
even at the Ivies they dress in the standard rigging of the college student: T-shirt and jeans
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as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
carefully rigged each diver with the required equipment before starting out
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Recent Examples of rigging
Matias Ocner, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
After years of jerry-rigging gear together with straps meant to attach outdoor gear to car roofs, and decades-old bungee cords from his dad’s garage, Nathan appreciates that there are now so many excellent products to help carry multiple bags at once.
—Nathan Allen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2026
The initial indictment filed in November accused Clase of rigging pitches in specific games between May 2023 and June 2025.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Classes offered include fight choreography, martial arts, parkour, acrobatics, high falls, wrecks, wirework, rigging workshops, weapons and acting classes.
—Matias Ocner, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
After years of jerry-rigging gear together with straps meant to attach outdoor gear to car roofs, and decades-old bungee cords from his dad’s garage, Nathan appreciates that there are now so many excellent products to help carry multiple bags at once.
—Nathan Allen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
The hardest part will be rigging your soft plastic straight and weedless on the hook.
—Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2026
The initial indictment filed in November accused Clase of rigging pitches in specific games between May 2023 and June 2025.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
Noun
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People who attend the event are encouraged to dress up in clothing from their favorite decade.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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The exhibit explored the stories of Black style told through clothing by the African diaspora beginning in the 18th century.—
Luis Giraldo,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, meanwhile, became the first in California to employ the device, equipping two vehicles by mid-2025 and adding another eight vehicles six months later.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Established by Creo in partnership with Sony, the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards aim to provide career-defining opportunities for emerging talent by introducing them to the realities of professional filmmaking and equipping them with the tools to advance their work.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
1 May 2026
Verb
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That story involved some alcohol as the fan was under 21, and another man was later charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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The county denied that furnishing privacy waivers was the standard practice for such inspections.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Instead of a usual tuxedo, the attire consists of a black tail coat, a waistcoat and a white bow tie.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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As for Tom’s surprise appearance at the country music festival, the actor kept his attire casual, opting for blue jeans, a tan jacket and a hat.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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The plant is expected to start supplying fertilizers to Latin American markets by early 2029, offering some respite to a region that is critical to global crop exports yet dependent on fertilizer imports.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The station, northeast of Ramallah, is a vital water hub, supplying around 100,000 Palestinians across more than 20 communities.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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This midi-length dress features a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette that works well on an assortment of different body types.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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Princess Eugenie, 36, wore a cream jacket over a black maxi dress that highlighted her growing baby bump, finishing the look with sunglasses, a black bag and sneakers.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The licensed apparel wholesaler announced the appointment of Sonia Mendez as vice president of import production, while former SVP Kyle Carroll was named senior vice president of sourcing and import production.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Analysts took their price target to $45 from $55, citing excess competition in the athletic apparel market.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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“Rigging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigging. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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