dressed up

Example Sentences

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The Brayboys, who have a picture of Barack Obama on proud display in their home, get dressed up in flag shirts and hats for the parade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

That’s fear of missing out dressed up as a strategy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Some had dressed up in fancy hats and outfits, some held up posters.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

However nicely these decisions and deciders are dressed up, the results have been absurd.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

And even when there weren’t famous guests to meet, Elizebeth and the other workers were served fine meals, and they dressed up for dinner.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield