costumes

Example Sentences

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The supermodel took her penchant for extravagant Halloween costumes to the Met Gala, where she dressed as one of the many marble statues gracing the museum's halls.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

The costumes by Qween Jean have an extravagant splendor that make it impossible to not want to strike a pose.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Film critics knocked “Michael” for its clichéd storytelling and skating over abuse allegations, but at movie theaters, costumes and moonwalking abound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The pair got into a hot bath while wearing swimming costumes to warm up, it said.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

“We have your costumes, if you would like to join the statues this evening.”

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern