garb

Example Sentences

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Daedone, who wore tan jail garb and leg shackles, looked serene throughout the proceeding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The tighter scope and folksy approach — from a score with more spare acoustic guitar than sweeping orchestral numbers and an abundance of drab peasant rags over plush regal garb — is refreshing, at first.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

The ED has alleged that the company received more than $666,000 in foreign remittances between 2021 and 2025 under the "garb" of consultancy fees.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

"And, you know, I got to offend somebody from Scotland the second they walked in with my English shirt," he jokes, referencing my barely disguised displeasure at his choice of interview garb.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025

Since she did not look the sort to join the Night's Watch, Tyrion could only imagine that she had decided mourning clothes were appropriate garb for a confession.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin