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skirt

[skurt] / skɜrt /






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Callum was spotted wearing a navy suit as his bride donned a custom Schiaparelli skirt suit, white gloves and a wide-brimmed hat, according to the Daily Mail.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Osaka arrived on Court Suzanne Lenglen with a black corset and cascading pleated skirt that swept dramatically over the red clay.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

They said the focus likely will be on companies hyping AI businesses without having actual technology advantages, using overseas operations to skirt domestic regulations, or flouting Beijing’s orders against price wars.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The skirt steak gets seared first until deeply browned, leaving behind savory crisped bits on the bottom of the skillet that become the foundation of the entire dish.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

“My mama’s gowns are the latest fashions. She has a cage crinoline that makes her skirt flow out like an enormous bell. Your dress is dull and flat.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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