as in clothes
covering for the human body
inmates wearing regulation prison toggery
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Recent Examples of toggery
In the post-housebound era, if casual toggery becomes the norm for work, will underwire bras go the way of ties, suits and vertiginous heels?
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Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2022
Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toggery
Noun
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The children were last seen wearing traditional FLDS clothing, ABC4 reported.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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The advisory suggested limiting strenuous activity from early morning to evening, wearing lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and staying out of the sun.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Ah Loo’s vibrant work weaves traditional Pacific Island attire with modern silhouettes and design.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 June 2025
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Our choice of attire narrates a story that connects us to our past and present.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Noun
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In April, Sánchez attended the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in a 1994 John Galliano dress once worn by the Fellini muse.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
28 June 2025
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Whether you’re headed to brunch or a casual beach wedding, shop this tiered maxi dress for under $50.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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This isn’t the first time that licensing deals have proved to be a point of friction in the New York apparel scene.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
23 June 2025
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As for many top athletes, an endorsement deal with the company – the largest shoe and athletic apparel maker in the world – meant financial security in a career that by its nature is fleeting.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 June 2025
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With run-time data on equipment usage and wear, manufacturers can optimize service schedules, minimize unexpected downtime and extend product lifespans.—
Sean O'Neill,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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The Amazon blouse is especially primed for wear in warm weather thanks to its cotton-blend fabric, designed to keep you cool and comfy.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
16 June 2025
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“Toggery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toggery. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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