polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-ˌdät 
: a dot in a pattern of regularly distributed dots in textile design
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However, the dessert’s distinct packaging — a white paper pushup cup decorated with pink polka dots — was enough for some viewers to recognize the sweet treats had indeed come from Holtermann’s Bakery on Staten Island.
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Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Nov. 2024
The two were photographed hand-in-hand while making their way out of Hotel Cipriani, with Gaga wearing a black mini dress with white polka dots and shades, while holding up her left hand to show off her ring.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 7 Sep. 2024
Carl donned her red, polka dot bandana and blue jumpsuit, and passed out Gatorade to runners at around mile 24 or so, which was on East Lafayette Street headed back into the downtown from a trek out to the city’s Indian Village neighborhood.
—Darcie Moran, Detroit Free Press, 25 Oct. 2024
Shop more polka dot pants inspired by Kelly Clarkson from Amazon, Target, and Saks Off 5th below.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Nov. 2024
The two were photographed hand-in-hand while making their way out of Hotel Cipriani, with Gaga wearing a black mini dress with white polka dots and shades, while holding up her left hand to show off her ring.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 7 Sep. 2024
Carl donned her red, polka dot bandana and blue jumpsuit, and passed out Gatorade to runners at around mile 24 or so, which was on East Lafayette Street headed back into the downtown from a trek out to the city’s Indian Village neighborhood.
—Darcie Moran, Detroit Free Press, 25 Oct. 2024
Shop more polka dot pants inspired by Kelly Clarkson from Amazon, Target, and Saks Off 5th below.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Polka dot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polka%20dot. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
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polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-
: a dot in a textile pattern of evenly spaced dots
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