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a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
singers of every stripe will perform at the benefit concert
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as in swipes
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
the prisoner was sentenced to receive 20 stripes with a bamboo pole
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Recent Examples of stripes
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
The funky corner building is painted with vivid brown and yellow stripes.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
After the game, both Bednar and Kadri clearly weren’t happy with the work from the guys in stripes — and not just the decision to eject the team’s leading scoring and league MVP candidate on an unusual and controversial call.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Inspired by an Adidas aesthetic, this pair features sporty stripes, a Mary Jane hook-and-loop strap, and a lightweight build that’s perfect for springtime traipsing —with or without socks.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Mix-and-match bold colorways (think jewel tones and maybe silks with an iridescent sheen), textures like faux fur, and patterns that go beyond checks and stripes.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Xavier’s walls, meanwhile, are bursting with bright stripes.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2026
In other words, say goodbye to the Oriole, New York’s pinstripes and the Olde English D and say hello to stars and stripes, maple leaves and some unexpected color.
—Johnny Flores Jr, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In recent years gray wolf reintroduction and a petition (and subsequent ballot measure that didn’t pass) to ban big cat hunting in the state have divided conservationists of different stripes.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
Resort-ready details, like a stretchy smocked back, two front pockets, colorblock stripes, and a flattering back cutout, are standout additions to your vacation repertoire, ready to pair seamlessly with a denim jacket on cooler nights or sleek sneakers for a more casual outing.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
The funky corner building is painted with vivid brown and yellow stripes.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
After the game, both Bednar and Kadri clearly weren’t happy with the work from the guys in stripes — and not just the decision to eject the team’s leading scoring and league MVP candidate on an unusual and controversial call.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Inspired by an Adidas aesthetic, this pair features sporty stripes, a Mary Jane hook-and-loop strap, and a lightweight build that’s perfect for springtime traipsing —with or without socks.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Mix-and-match bold colorways (think jewel tones and maybe silks with an iridescent sheen), textures like faux fur, and patterns that go beyond checks and stripes.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Xavier’s walls, meanwhile, are bursting with bright stripes.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2026
In other words, say goodbye to the Oriole, New York’s pinstripes and the Olde English D and say hello to stars and stripes, maple leaves and some unexpected color.
—Johnny Flores Jr, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In recent years gray wolf reintroduction and a petition (and subsequent ballot measure that didn’t pass) to ban big cat hunting in the state have divided conservationists of different stripes.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stripes
streaks
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Penn streaks up the court and sinks both free throws after Lee fouls the shooter.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 Nov. 2025
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The formula is also waterproof, so those unpredictable winter flurries won’t cause any unsightly streaks down your cheeks.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
12 Nov. 2025
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“Stripes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stripes. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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