waistband

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Recent Examples of waistband The jeans’ gap-proof waistband, stomach-smoothing technology, high-rise fit perfect for layering over bodysuits, and chic black hue. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025 The students had posted photos of themselves with toy guns tucked into their waistbands, according to the Arlington Police Department. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025 Once inside, people should perform tick checks, especially under the arms, waistband, ears, belly button, back of knees and around the hair, according to the press release. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2025 Very high and low waistbands are also hard to pull off—so when in doubt, opt for a mid-rise. Avery Matera, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for waistband
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband
Noun
  • The two-tone garment has a V-neck design, long sleeves, two front pockets, and a removable tie belt.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Courteney is our protagonist, an elite coach who’s got 14 championships under her belt and is gunning for her 15th with a top-flight crew from the goofily named Sammy Davis Sr.
    Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Wildlife and pests feeding potentially girdle and even kill new plantings.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
  • One of the best examples of this is the ctenophore Cestum, or the Venus girdle.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • What To Know The incident unfolded on Tuesday during a livestreamed sash ceremony at a hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.
    Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
  • During her trip to The Netherlands, Queen Letizia added a traditional yellow sash with a pearl broach to her dress, along with another pendant near her waist.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • And Yang was, otherwise, tuxedo-ready in black wool cigarette pants, cummerbund and loafers.
    Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Korby attempts to object, only to be turned into a bulldog (wearing a fetching cummerbund).
    Keith Phipps, Vulture, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • Tea towels, napkins, and a table runner are printed with classic holiday motifs, think poinsettias, ribbons, and elegant script, which add subtle seasonal flair to dining tables or kitchen prep areas.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Both buildings will likely be open for the rest of the year and into early 2026 as court administrators move operations across the street from the 1928 building to the one that formally opened Monday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
    Douglas Hanks November 10, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • During this time frame, a narrow, intense lake-effect snow band, only about 10 miles wide, will be capable of thunder, wind gusts near 35 mph and near-zero visibility at its peak.
    Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
  • The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honored bands like Outkast, the White Stripes, and Soundgarden.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Upon entering the time loop, Tara cycles restlessly through phases and responses, trying to decide how to use the days.
    Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Data is a loop, Seth explained.
    Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025

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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistband. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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