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
Michael Schneider, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
The Cook Auditorium was opened in 1935 — replacing the high school’s original Greek Revival–style auditorium that had been severely damaged in the 1933 Long Beach Earthquake — and closed in 2019 for renovations to address safety concerns with the now decades-old rigging system.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
Matt Fuchs, Scientific American, 18 Feb. 2026
Joe Sargent / Getty Images In a sign of a growing fissure between two Cleveland Guardians pitchers facing charges tied to a pitch-rigging scheme that benefited gamblers, a lawyer for Luis Ortiz said his client was among those duped by teammate and co-defendant Emmanuel Clase.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
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Noun
At one point, much to the producers’ chagrin, the singer climbed a tall utility poll without any safety rigging.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
The Cook Auditorium was opened in 1935 — replacing the high school’s original Greek Revival–style auditorium that had been severely damaged in the 1933 Long Beach Earthquake — and closed in 2019 for renovations to address safety concerns with the now decades-old rigging system.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
Scientists test skimo sprinters by rigging their labs to simulate uphill ski mountaineering specifically.
—Matt Fuchs, Scientific American, 18 Feb. 2026
Joe Sargent / Getty Images In a sign of a growing fissure between two Cleveland Guardians pitchers facing charges tied to a pitch-rigging scheme that benefited gamblers, a lawyer for Luis Ortiz said his client was among those duped by teammate and co-defendant Emmanuel Clase.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
Noun
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His regular customers did not mention anything — not a surprise from clientele who know not to share classified information — but Esparza has been around long enough to sense that the Marines who were coming in to replace gear like sleeping bags and warm clothing were preparing to ship out.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Global textile production now exceeds 120 million metric tons annually, yet less than 1 percent of clothing is recycled back into new fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Autocratic states that are equipping their militaries are taking notes.—
Justin Salhani,
The Dial,
5 Mar. 2026
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Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker suggests that equipping your bathroom with a set of Quince’s cotton towels is the key to recreating the look and feel of a high-end hotel stay.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
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The home furnishing retailer is known for modern, aspirational furniture and decor that looks and feels high-end—but with discounts up to 62% off, there’s no need to pay luxury prices.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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According to court paperwork, Ian and Corrine Dryburgh have been charged with endangering the welfare of children, corruption of minors, and furnishing liquor to minors stemming from the incident that happened at a home in Plum Borough late last month.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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If the dress code calls for true beachy or vacation attire, the Jaylah Strapless Midi Dress from Lulus looks like a wavy, ocean-like print that will blend in perfectly on the shore.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Before long, smitten cast members, including Sarah Sherman and a cameraman wearing an I (Heart) Harry shirt who kept focusing on Styles, proved too much for Gosling, who called off a big song and dance number featuring most of the cast in silver space attire.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Marzan was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines — a unit tasked with supplying troops with food, fuel, ammunition and equipment — and deployed to Kuwait to support the war effort.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Matthew Hoen—NurPhoto/Getty Images Kayumi is accused of supplying one of the projectiles, police said.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Trigger Warning star took to Instagram on Wednesday, March 4 with full-on disco curls and a zebra-print halter dress in what was a rather dramatic departure from her signature loose waves and laid-back, California-cool style.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
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The Irish actress is crazed as Mary, demure as Ida and a force of nature as the Bride, rocking a bright orange dress and a black veil in her white coif.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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Lower gas prices in recent months helped offset rising costs for essentials like groceries and housing, as well as higher prices in goods categories such as apparel and furniture, where tariffs have already pushed costs higher.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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Subsequently, Eric attacked the advertising and client roster, from textiles to soft goods, inspection, apparel, software, manufacturing, sourcing, and technology, through learning about client’s needs, goals, and ultimately creating custom marketing plans and concepts.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Rigging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigging. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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