overcoat
Example Sentences
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He became a fixture on television news, wearing either military style tactical gear or a long, double-breasted green overcoat with wide lapels that critics said was meant to echo Nazi German military garb.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
Tucked into a pocket, the muslin pouch has kept my wool winter overcoat smelling fresh—and reminding me of Paris—all season.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
Mr Hayler appeared in the dock to enter pleas wearing a black suit, grey tie, and a large, blue overcoat.
From BBC • Dec. 17, 2025
She made him a nubby brown overcoat that gave teddy bear vibes and a wardrobe of earth tones and huggable fabrics.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024
Still in his overcoat and suit from the office.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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