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Recent Examples of waistband
My teen can’t get enough of the subtle braided detail at the waistband, which makes these shorts nice for pairing with crop tops to showcase that cute touch.
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Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 28 July 2025
The shorts are so comfy and effortless, with a sporty vibe and an elastic waistband that’s a dream at airport security.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2025
They’re made from a stretchy fabric blend and have an elastic waistband for an all-day comfort.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
The high maternity waistband provides belly support without squeezing, and the four-way stretch moves effortlessly with your body.
—Joana Ariza, Glamour, 25 July 2025
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Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 28 July 2025
The shorts are so comfy and effortless, with a sporty vibe and an elastic waistband that’s a dream at airport security.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2025
They’re made from a stretchy fabric blend and have an elastic waistband for an all-day comfort.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
The high maternity waistband provides belly support without squeezing, and the four-way stretch moves effortlessly with your body.
—Joana Ariza, Glamour, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband
Noun
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There's no belt drive; the 400 V hybrid system powers the air conditioning electrically now via its 1.9 kWh lithium-ion battery, and the water pump is integrated into the engine block.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
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Sherrill’s massive but vulnerable belt is ideally matched for this material.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On the flip side, some influencers have posted images of them wearing Skims' retro girdle as a sole outfit, subverting the 1950s connotation of undergarments as visible only to one's husband, said Einav Rabinovitch-Fox, professor of gender at Case Western Reserve University.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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These products are different from maternity belts, which look more like a girdle and are meant to be worn during pregnancy to take some weight off your bump.—
Kathleen Felton,
SELF,
6 May 2025
Noun
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The bridal attendants dressed in outfits similar to Diana, with taffeta satin, lace trim and yellow sashes.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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The drop waist was further defined with a deep olive green sash and a voluminous skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Law Roach Law Roach goes blonde for his velvet Burberry suit with flared sleeves and a black cummerbund.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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Korby attempts to object, only to be turned into a bulldog (wearing a fetching cummerbund).—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
24 July 2025
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Opening events at Green Street Market Opening weekend will kick off with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Aug. 15 at 6 p.m., featuring food trucks and live music.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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To make this má là pig ear recipe, the ears are braised then thinly sliced, their cartilage softening into noodle-like ribbons.—
Jessica Liang,
Saveur,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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AccuWeather meteorologists warn that outer bands could trigger flash flooding and mudslides from Antigua and Barbuda through Puerto Rico.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Just two songs into his band’s 45-minute set — and, overall, only a third of the way through a celebration of (largely) ’80s rock of the (predominantly) yacht variety — Colin Hay was looking pleased with himself.—
Theoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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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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Both raincoats feature a detachable zip hood, a hood visor extension, an adjustable bungee cord with a metal toggle at the hood opening, a self-belt and signature stripe lining.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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Vestments: amice, alb, cincture, and simple white miter.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The institution has a lot of baggage, as any organization with nearly two millennia and a few crusades under its cincture is bound to have.—
J.P. Brammer,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistband. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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