mantilla

Example Sentences

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In one, his head is thrown back in a gesture that could be interpreted as laughter or ecstasy; in another, he wears a mantilla and prays.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2024

The off-white lace mantilla that was handed down from them was held over the bride’s head and draped over the groom’s shoulder by the couple’s mothers during the nuptial blessing.

From New York Times • Sep. 18, 2020

Her refined black-lace mantilla, Katzew says, is virtually unique in the casta painting genre.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2017

On the other hand, Gloria in mourning, peering through a mantilla and caustic with grief, would be more than welcome.

From The Guardian • Mar. 23, 2013

I used the edge of my mantilla to wipe the sweat on my face as I followed behind Maria Teresa and Minerva, Mama and Dede close behind me.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez