underwear

Example Sentences

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The woman who had once dreamed of ballet and the Olympics now was snipping stray threads off underwear, under orders to “minimize bathroom breaks.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Nearly a half-century ago, Nike co-founder Phil Knight traveled through China on slow train, with passengers stripped to their underwear in the summer heat, and dreamed of selling sneakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“Intruders have set fires, burning holes in the floors and scorching wood wainscoting and pews. Empty beef jerky bags, discarded underwear and clumps of plaster litter the worn burgundy carpeting.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

And, yes, she plans to include some necessities among this year’s offerings, including socks and underwear.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

When Peach and I were warmed up, Mama and Aunt Goldie helped us peel off our grimy wet clothes until we were in our underwear and T-shirts.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles