flip-flops

Example Sentences

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She recalled being surprised by how scruffily dressed the businessman was when she met him, finding him in flip-flops, some well-worn red shorts and a T-shirt.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

At the office, Pommier preferred jeans and flip-flops, but when she was taking in the neighborhood nightlife, she was in Gucci and diamonds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

However, the company failed to retain consumers for its other products, including flip-flops with sugarcane-based soles and wool leggings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

For example, he says you don’t want to be sporting flip-flops or sandals in the event of an emergency.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

“Ponte sandalias,” he says, handing me a pair of flip-flops decorated with the Puerto Rican flag.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya