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That goes to Sabrina Carpenter in her fuzzy vintage Chanel coat—the cozy black and white shearling was like the high-fashion equivalent of a teddy bear.—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024 However, when in need of a directional landmark, use Lamp Bear, the 23-foot high canary yellow teddy bear sculpted from bronze, as your anchor point.—Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024 This style from Better Homes & Gardens brings loads of cozy texture reminiscent of your favorite childhood teddy bear, with a brass zipper and chunky leather pull to keep it modern.—Miles Walls, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024 This shearling Jacket is basically a wearable teddy bear hug.—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for teddy bear
Word History
Etymology
Teddy, nickname of Theodore Roosevelt; from a cartoon depicting the president sparing the life of a bear cub while hunting
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