khaki

Example Sentences

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She always appeared to call from a police station, dressed in a crisp khaki uniform and cap, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Dressed like the Kurdish fighters he once served alongside, Barsirini still wears the khaki shalwar, fitted jacket and scarf wrapped around his waist.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Appearing in neutral tones like khaki and beige, the looks were a throwback to the grunge-inspired styles of the 90s.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Usually, she liked wearing khaki pants, a simple blouse, and loafers.

From Slate • Nov. 15, 2025

They looked distinguished in their khaki uniforms, boots shining, half of a yellow sun sewn on their sleeves.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie