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Recent Examples of waist
Lilly‘s drug also showed improvement across factors like waist circumference, blood pressure, lipid profiles, glycemic control, and markers of inflammation.
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Reuters, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
While traveling in denim gets a bad rep, the soft, drapey Paige Zoey High-waist Wide-leg Jeans might just break that perception.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
What really makes the dress stand out is its chic details, which includes a structured seam around the waist, gold-tone decorative buttons, and a mock neckline.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
All of this comes in a waist-width that can suck up bumps, carve on groomers, and thanks to a unique tip that increases surface area for improved float, surf through a bit of boot-top fluff.
—Kimberly Beekman, Outside, 4 Nov. 2025
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Reuters, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
While traveling in denim gets a bad rep, the soft, drapey Paige Zoey High-waist Wide-leg Jeans might just break that perception.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
What really makes the dress stand out is its chic details, which includes a structured seam around the waist, gold-tone decorative buttons, and a mock neckline.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
All of this comes in a waist-width that can suck up bumps, carve on groomers, and thanks to a unique tip that increases surface area for improved float, surf through a bit of boot-top fluff.
—Kimberly Beekman, Outside, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waist
Noun
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Some capsules are coated to prevent the supplement from breaking down in the stomach.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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Amylin is a hormone that is co-secreted with insulin through the pancreas and helps regulate blood glucose levels, appetite and gastric emptying, which is the process of food moving from the stomach to the intestines.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The standout was Fernandes, whose relentless energy gave West Ham real thrust through the middle, especially late on as Burnley began to fade.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Congress could fully pass a funding package by the middle of this week.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Plus, the high waistline and silhouette elongate your legs.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The midi look was further designed with a high waistline, providing definition to the silhouette, which transitioned into a column skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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From the white bodice, the fabric of the Sebastian Gunawan design transitioned to black sheer fabric on the long sleeves and midsection of the frock, encrusted with glittering black crystals to add a touch of sparkle to the structured piece.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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The ship was said to have experienced weakening metal parts that eventually fully fractured from the waves; and intense pressure at the ship's midsection that caused drooping of the bow and stern all combined with severe weather, according to the Presque Isle County Historical Museum.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In the clip, the former professional athlete could be seen wearing a light green matching tank top and mini skirt, which left a small bit of her midriff exposed.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Some were even wearing shorts or showing their midriff.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Whether for enthusiasts of makeup, snacks, Legos, or belly rubs, there’s a calendar for everyone — even your dog.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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His belly is not dragging on the sidewalk.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Can this one manage the trunks and the horses?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Remember not to pile it up like a pyramid around the trunk of trees (this is also known as a mulch volcano).—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Waist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waist. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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