pique
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And in the case of at least one clothing item — a pique sandwash dress — Sam’s Club members had even influenced the design.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
The letter was from Guy Spier, 60, investment manager of the Aquamarine Fund, and the first section did little to pique my interest.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
Meanwhile, political analyst Ambroise Mamba indicated on X that the ban could be self-defeating because it could pique people's interest to find out about Kabila's movements and activities.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025
In that case, it’s no surprise that “Sinners,” Coogler’s first entirely original film, would pique viewers’ curiosity.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2025
Ba’s mouth worked itself in a sort of contained pique, but he didn’t say anything.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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