skirt
Example Sentences
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And the company has found clever ways to skirt regulatory review for larger deals, allowing it to quickly snatch technology and talent away from smaller rivals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
Jessie Buckley, the favorite to win the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of William Shakespeare's grief-stricken wife in "Hamnet," looked regal in a red Chanel off-the-shoulder bodice and flowing pink ball skirt.
From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026
There’s also a nice selection of long-sleeved, men’s guayabera shirts, imported from Mexico, that would look great over a flowy skirt, I suggest.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
She wore a tartan outfit with powerful shoulder pads and a full skirt.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
Her blue skirt was matched by a short blazer and a fuzzy pink sweater with rainbow pom-poms all over.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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