brogues

Example Sentences

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The manager pieced together a full ensemble of kilt, jacket, sporran, hose and brogues.

From BBC • Oct. 20, 2025

Accessories included two-tone brogues as well as fringed shawls and berets with beaded fringes.

From Reuters • Feb. 26, 2023

At close to three hours, “Braveheart” is a great big chunk of brogues and pillaging and whooping.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2023

As almost the first order of business, Esmond takes his bride to be fitted for handmade brown leather brogues from the celebrated Peal & Company.

From Washington Post • Jun. 8, 2022

In a white singlet and the trousers of his suit, he went down the short straight run of stairs in his stockinged feet carrying a pair of black brogues.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan