gusset

Example Sentences

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I was literally sewing a gusset into those pants up until 30 seconds before we shot!

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2024

She decided to try period underwear because the appearance of blood can be less prominent on a black absorbent gusset than on regular underwear, or on the white surface of a pad.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 23, 2022

The boots are fully waterproof up to the tongue gusset, they mold to fit almost any foot shape, and the flexible soles are easy to walk in.

From Slate • Nov. 9, 2018

The result is a boyish button-down with specs, from placket to gusset, that are borrowed from him but customized for her.

From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2014

There are several ways of finishing an opening, but in all cases, except when the gusset is used, the underside should extend some distance under the top to prevent gaping.

From Handicraft for Girls A Tentative Course in Needlework, Basketry, Designing, Paper and Cardboard Construction, Textile Fibers and Fabrics and Home Decoration and Care by McGlauflin, Idabelle