stripes 1 of 3

plural of stripe
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as in streaks
a line or long narrow section differing in color from the background the United States flag has seven red stripes

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stripes

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noun (2)

plural of stripe

stripes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of stripe
as in bars
to make stripes on the children carefully striped the paper with red and blue paint

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Recent Examples of stripes
Noun
Made from a travel-friendly fabric, these pull-on pants with a drawstring waist come in stripes and prints that would inspire me to get dressed. Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 25 June 2026 This rollneck style from Gap comes in a variety of fun colors—and even stripes—so your outfits still feel fresh and exciting. Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026 But Vaccarello stripes that down, gives you pieces that stand on their own. Greta Cross, USA Today, 25 June 2026 Look at the Color Watermelons come in a variety of colors, with stripes ranging from deep green to shades of lighter green. Verywell Health, 25 June 2026 Available in a style with the same stripes that Paltrow favors, the top offers a subtle pattern that’ll make your outfit pop. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 Decorative wallpapers with stripes and leafy motifs span the bedrooms, including the primary suite. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 June 2026 Whimsical elements come through in Anna Sui’s mixed media appliqués and ruffle trims on jeans and denim skirts, Chanel’s denim coordinates covered in clear sequins, Kenzo’s sets decorated with flower embroideries and Stella McCartney’s jeans with carnival stripes. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 Peter also gathered three Charlotte pizza obsessives — Buffalo native Erick Szczap, Wisconsin native Matt Byrne and Charlotte native and pizza blogger Avery Dunworth — to debate whether the city has earned its pizza stripes. Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026
Verb
Opt for scalloped French tips with blue fresco detailing, or stripes the color of the Tuscan sun. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 26 June 2026
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Noun
  • Take out those streaks, and this team is 20-27 for the year.
    David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • Once dry, buff the floor with a soft cloth to prevent streaks.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
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  • Once open, the program will provide transitional housing and on-site services to people who are chronically homeless and struggling with drug addiction, mental health or all types of disabilities.
    Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 25 June 2026
  • But the total tally obscures how there were basically two types of Davis residents, those living close to the project and those living elsewhere in town.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026
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  • Salicylic acid works deep within pores to tackle buildup, while lactic acid smooths rough texture and refines skin’s surface, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling smoother in just a few swipes.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026
  • But there were no swipes, obvious or subtle, at an ECB hierarchy he has been said to be at war with and there was a firm denial of a rift with McCullum, echoing the sentiments expressed by the England coach on Tuesday.
    Paul Newman, New York Times, 24 June 2026
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  • Proudly made in the USA, these coloring tablecloths make memorable experiences for parties, family gatherings, camps, and celebrations of all kinds.
    ABC News, ABC News, 22 June 2026
  • The Juneteenth celebration continued at Malcolm X Park for a festival that included food, music and dozens of vendors of all kinds.
    Raymond Strickland, CBS News, 21 June 2026
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  • Rey exploded on Ethan with 10-count punches, but a tilt-a-whirl was countered by Page with a sitout faceplant.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Members of Rita's loyalty program who use the Rita’s Ice app will get double loyalty punches with a purchase of the treat.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 26 June 2026
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  • The convention hall was filled with cosplayers, from rookies to experts, dressed as characters from a variety of genres, from anime to gaming.
    Zaire Breedlove, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2026
  • There are certain genres that seem inappropriate to play during cold weather.
    Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 28 June 2026
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  • Meanwhile, Morikawa, who started the day 9 strokes behind and fired a 61, was in the clubhouse, warm, safe and dry at 20 under par to watch the proceedings.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026
  • Novo Nordisk is stressing the overall health benefits of Wegovy, including lower risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes.
    Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 29 June 2026
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  • Beyond the exchange of ideas, business pitches and social affairs, folks are likely to leave Cannes Lions with all sorts food for thought.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026
  • Some have even wondered whether MSG will host a fan event of sorts, rather than an actual wedding event.
    Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 24 June 2026

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