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dress

[dres] / drɛs /






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But "when I'm with Hyodol, I never get hurt", she said, holding the cuddly doll with pigtails and a pink gingham dress, provided by her local municipality.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

When Mary shows up unexpectedly, asking Sam for the two things she won’t provide — forgiveness and a dress — the pair slowly find their bond regenerating, pulled back together by forces outside their control.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

If someone bought a quinceañera dress at her store, they would tell the mothers to shop for their gowns at his store.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

A few women are in traditional Alsace dress.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

I was pleased that the dress was at least a nod to my own culture.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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