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getup

[get-uhp] / ˈgɛtˌʌp /


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His informal getup, a T-shirt and shorts, contrasts with the elegant environment primed for business lunches and ostentatious dinners.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

What getup will transcend la mode and stand the test of time?

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 4, 2026

That was the first time I saw him in the full getup.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 18, 2025

Once you’ve assembled your getup, you step out into a world where you’ll likely draw a few double takes.

From Slate Dec. 14, 2024

Grace Balegamire didn’t understand that the getup was a costume and assumed instead that the girl had come straight from practice, as the Fugees had.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John

A few young Angelenos, starting out their nights in trendy getups, recognized Raman and stopped by to chat and take pictures.

From Los Angeles Times May 31, 2026

Given Dolly Parton's custom, rhinestone-encrusted getups, it's somewhat shocking to learn that the country music legend hasn't had a Las Vegas residency for quite a while.

From Salon Jun. 23, 2025

Both of her getups were completed with a gold necklace, black choker, large sunglasses, a floppy sun hat and a pair of tan heels.

From Fox News Aug. 4, 2021

There are several photos of Assange’s cat in various menswear getups.

From The Guardian Apr. 12, 2019

Their matronly server was unfazed both by their getups and the attention they drew.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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