dressed to the nines
Example Sentences
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"He was completely believable, dressed to the nines with his sword. He then proceeds to take over."
From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026
In them, Tonatiuh sings and dances as the dashing Kendall Nesbitt dressed to the nines in elegant tuxes.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025
The social media magnate is dressed to the nines in a sequin jacket patterned like tin ceiling tiles.
From Slate • Oct. 30, 2024
I wanted my mother to know how special that moment was when we shared the first dance, dressed to the nines in formal attire in the nation’s capital.
From Salon • May 12, 2024
Beatriz, dressed to the nines in a red checkered skirt and white sweater, diva-strolls into the cafeteria, taking a seat at the center table, which everybody knows is reserved for her.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
