pochette

Example Sentences

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The first formal ballet classes, she said, were taught by a dance master under Louis XIV, playing a tiny pochette violin tuned up a fourth.

From The New Yorker • Feb. 4, 2019

The “It” accessory of the year is smaller than a pochette, holds next to nothing and requires regular recharging.

From New York Times • Dec. 19, 2018

Appearances do matter: Dr. Imber’s impeccable suit is blue, worn with a yellow tie and white pochette.

From New York Times • Jun. 2, 2010

M'sieu spoke dreadful English, but danced like the essence of agility, and taught both Nick and Cicely the latest Italian coranto, playing the tune upon his queer little pochette.

From Master Skylark by Bennett, John

Esther had turned at sound of her voice just in time to see her gather her silver fox closer about her neck, clutch her red morocco pochette against her chest and enter the shop.

From Juggernaut by Campbell, Alice