as in cloaks
something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth
with the coming of spring the hills will once again don their robes of green
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as in clothes
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
robed the queen in her ceremonial garments
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Recent Examples of robes
ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Each one is stocked with an amenity kit of Blue Lagoon skincare, slippers, hair dryers, robes, towels, and a private shower.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
The common bonds that held the fabric of society together have been torn to shreds and sewn together into robes that adorn the would-be benevolent dictators of culture who explain everything, apologize for nothing and lend their credibility to anyone willing to pay their fee.
—Bruce Stockler, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026
Everyone’s in these dignified robes.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 5 Apr. 2026
Many are dressed as nazarenos, wearing tunics, capes or robes and a pointed hood.
—Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Formed just months after the end of the Civil War by six former Confederate officers, the Klan originally seemed more like a college fraternity with ceremonial robes and odd titles for its officers.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The collection features Vera Wang x Dunkin’ merch such as robes, glass tumblers, sweatshirts, sweatpants, pajama sets, and tote bags.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Most people love simple and soft postsurgical robes, especially those that are specifically meant for people who have recently undergone breast surgery.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Diana Oates, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
While many people have been introduced to English choral services through the angelic voices of the choristers in flowing robes and Elizabethan ruffs who sing at royal weddings and carol services, choirs perform every day in much more humble settings.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Each one is stocked with an amenity kit of Blue Lagoon skincare, slippers, hair dryers, robes, towels, and a private shower.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
The common bonds that held the fabric of society together have been torn to shreds and sewn together into robes that adorn the would-be benevolent dictators of culture who explain everything, apologize for nothing and lend their credibility to anyone willing to pay their fee.
—Bruce Stockler, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026
Everyone’s in these dignified robes.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 5 Apr. 2026
Many are dressed as nazarenos, wearing tunics, capes or robes and a pointed hood.
—Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Formed just months after the end of the Civil War by six former Confederate officers, the Klan originally seemed more like a college fraternity with ceremonial robes and odd titles for its officers.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The collection features Vera Wang x Dunkin’ merch such as robes, glass tumblers, sweatshirts, sweatpants, pajama sets, and tote bags.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Most people love simple and soft postsurgical robes, especially those that are specifically meant for people who have recently undergone breast surgery.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita.
—Diana Oates, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for robes
Noun
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Anybody heading into the spring with a seasonably cheerful and rosy view of world affairs will be well-met by the return of the patron saints of drone metal, pulling on their cloaks to herald our everlong winter.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
23 Mar. 2026
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In the years after the monarchy was overthrown, the government required women to wear dark, long, baggy cloaks with socks and sensible shoes.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Her dance of the seven veils is sexy typing.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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The resulting works were breathtaking, immersing the viewer in luminous veils of paint that swept across the canvas, seeming to splash back up from the bottom, creating an enveloping sense of tranquility and awe that pushed against the jittery energy of Abstract Expressionism.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Betty, attempting to paper over her unthinkable loss, dresses Laura in her daughter’s clothes, gives her her daughter’s place at family meals, has her daughter’s bike fixed to Laura’s height.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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For the uninitiated—and those without this excellent Instagram on your Explore page—the Sciura is a Milanese woman who dresses elegantly and impeccably.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The 39 members of the group were discovered lying on their backs and covered by purple shrouds.—
Frannie Comstock,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
24 Mar. 2026
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Many of its songs crystallize around samples of choirs singing, their soft syllables dissolving beneath heavy shrouds of reverb.—
Sasha Geffen,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Find table linens, throw blankets, chair cushions, wall art, and area rugs in the darling pattern that nail the sweet spot between nostalgic and trendy.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Robes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robes. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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