as in clothes
covering for the human body
a store that sells both men's and women's clothing
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as in dressing
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
they liked to clothe the twins in identical outfits just to confuse people
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as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
regulations clothed in obscure terminology
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Recent Examples of clothing
Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 May 2025
What other types of clothing are made with chambray?
A.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
Related Articles The soaring Belle Epoque building provides a fitting backdrop for the show, which features more than 400 works including 80 pieces of clothing, some so fragile that they will never be shown in public again, according to organizers.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 7 May 2025
Natchez’s mansions and personal belongings from toys to clothing were spared and frozen in time.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
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Noun
Items that may be considered for fixing include eyeglasses, bicycles, electronics, small appliances, woodworking, clothing and other textiles.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 May 2025
What other types of clothing are made with chambray?
A.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
Related Articles The soaring Belle Epoque building provides a fitting backdrop for the show, which features more than 400 works including 80 pieces of clothing, some so fragile that they will never be shown in public again, according to organizers.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 7 May 2025
Natchez’s mansions and personal belongings from toys to clothing were spared and frozen in time.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clothing
Noun
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The Kardashians star was dressed in comfy casual attire, sporting a navy blue sweater and a pair of light gray joggers.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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When: 3-6:30 p.m. Cost: $65 for non-members, $50 for members, $75 day of event Dress in your finest derby attire and head to Derby Days 2k25, hosted by Young Affiliates of The Mint.—
Denise Casalez,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2025
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The aviation analytics firm found that less than 75% of JetBlue's flights arrived on schedule, putting the airline behind all the major domestic carriers, including some of its low-cost rivals.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
3 Jan. 2025
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The Giants had the sixth pick, putting them out of range of landing any of the top three quarterbacks in the draft.—
Dan Duggan,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Emerging textile markets like Jordan are positioning themselves as apparel hubs, leveraging labor availability, government initiatives, and favorable trade agreements.—
Ken Katz,
Sourcing Journal,
5 May 2025
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In return, the College Station university will receive a wide range of deliverables, including advertising on cars and driver apparel, VIP hospitality and social media promotion.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
3 May 2025
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Pharmaceutical companies such as Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi have denied the allegations, with representatives stating that the school districts and health plans negotiate the terms of their rebate arrangements.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Frey and Leigh filed a countersuit in March stating that the film would not be a biopic, but rather an adaptation of a family memoir.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2024
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From stylish hats to fashionable fascinators, the tradition dates back to the Derby’s earliest days when full morning dress was required of attendees, which at the time meant proper headwear for women.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2025
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Wearing look 14, Lipa donned a black body-conscious maxi dress rendered in a sheer, textured fabric.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Great leaders inspire confidence by articulating a compelling future, rallying their teams, and turning crisis into momentum.—
Cicely Simpson,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Identifying your strengths is the foundation for articulating your value proposition.—
Donna Grego-Heintz,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Clothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clothing. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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