waistline

Example Sentences

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In the study, however, gum chewers did not eat less, were no less likely to be overweight or did not have a slimmer waistline.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2024

His waistline is comfortably ensconced within his suit, and his customary red tie dangles loosely over a conspicuously absent gut.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2024

The pope now uses a wheelchair or a cane and his waistline has noticeably increased due to a more sedentary lifestyle in the Vatican.

From Reuters • Jun. 7, 2023

Plus, it limits my leftover candy, which is good for my waistline.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 14, 2022

This time as she came away, she absently untied and re-tied her apron strings, taking up what little slack her enormous waistline allowed.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger