cinched
Example Sentences
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The nostalgic tone of the collection was captured by some attendees who praised the juxtaposition of pieces, resulting in fluid, less cinched silhouettes reminiscent of 1940s Hollywood.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
His designs created a flattering silhouette, with cinched belts at the waist and structured shoulders heavily peppered across the collection.
From BBC ● Feb. 20, 2026
The cinched waist—the subtle negative drafts ahead of rear quarters—might as well have had whalebone stays.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2025
His shoulders thickened, his waist cinched up, and his striking visage conquered a certain corner of the liberal internet.
From Slate ● Feb. 18, 2025
Hodor slid his arms through the straps and cinched the wide belt tight around his chest, then knelt beside the bed.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
