How to Use ivory in a Sentence

ivory

noun
  • There is a choice of ivory, flamingo and marble colorways, so there’s bound to be one to suit most people.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
  • Lisa Lisa selected a strapless ivory Mugler gown with structured corsetry and draping.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Sep. 2024
  • The Venu 3 comes in black and white, while the 3S will come in black, french gray, sage, pink, and ivory.
    Victoria Song, The Verge, 30 Aug. 2023
  • The last year and a half of Kik’s life is recorded in the four inches of ivory at the base of the tusk.
    Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Choose from white, gray, ivory, or beige in sizes full/queen or king.
    Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2024
  • It’s got a sleek ivory pillow top and a cool open black iron frame.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2024
  • On the Chain Don’t fret—this ivory, Italian-leather, day-to-night bag won’t hold you down.
    Katharine K. Zarrella, WSJ, 15 May 2021
  • Tone down the ultra bright hue with neutrals in camel, grey, or ivory.
    Sara Holzman, Marie Claire, 20 July 2021
  • The interior is awash in shades of azure and ivory that mirror the soothing blues and whites of the sea and sand.
    Dana Givens, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2022
  • With a chic ivory band, this style will go with any summer outfit in mind.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 13 July 2023
  • The set comes in an ivory white and bright white, black, navy with brown accents, navy with red accents, and soft pink.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 24 Dec. 2023
  • Grab a pair of the pajamas in sizes XS through XL and four colors: ivory, black, light gray, and blush.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
  • The Scream Queens star wore an ivory gown edged in lace to serve as one of the bridesmaids for designer pal Kara Smith.
    Alex Apatoff, Peoplemag, 8 Aug. 2022
  • Just as hunters save elk ivories, spearfishermen pry the two otolith stones from the inner ears of WSB.
    Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 16 May 2024
  • Some of the earliest combs date back to over 5,000 years ago when they were fashioned from bone, wood, and ivory.
    Talia Abbas, Glamour, 18 Jan. 2023
  • The duchess wore an ivory and gold embroidered coat dress with a matching hat.
    Simon Usborne, Town & Country, 17 July 2022
  • The soft sateen duvet cover is reversible, with ivory on one side and white on the other.
    Kara Cuzzone, Forbes, 7 May 2021
  • There’s even a piece named after the rapper: the Dess Scorpion one-piece in both ivory and black.
    Essence, 20 Nov. 2023
  • Choose from three colors: the ivory that's shown, a pretty mint green, or neutral dark gray.
    Kylee McGuigan, Popular Mechanics, 24 Aug. 2022
  • This creamy ivory has a warmth and richness that makes a space feel more intimate than a crisper white does.
    Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 6 Apr. 2023
  • For the grand occasion, Jolie dressed in a breezy ivory gown which was cinched at the waist and featured a flowy skirt and V neckline.
    Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Apr. 2023
  • The rod that she will be given to hold during coronation is made of ivory.
    Victoria Murphy, Town & Country, 13 Apr. 2023
  • For the furnishings, the designers mixed shades of white, cream, and ivory, and stuck with low profiles.
    Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Nov. 2022
  • Camilla's dove rod will be made of ivory with a dove sitting atop a golden globe.
    Amy Haneline, USA TODAY, 6 May 2023
  • The center has built up the largest DNA database of seized ivory in the world, with data from 70 seized shipments of a half-ton or more.
    David Williams, CNN, 10 Nov. 2021
  • Peltz swapped wedding white for a hot pink gown by while her new hubby wore an ivory suit.
    Sara M Moniuszko, USA TODAY, 3 May 2022
  • The ivory, silver, and gold gown was made in Battersea, London of Peau de Soie, a silk fabric.
    Michael Stillwell, Town & Country, 7 May 2023
  • This is teamed with stretch gore side panels for a comfy fit and ivory outsoles.
    Felicity Carter, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2022
  • Choose the neutral ivory for a minimalist look or opt for a pop of color with the teal or rust.
    Rena Behar, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2023
  • The Barbie, dressed in a tiara and a regal ivory gown with a blue sash, also honored the Queen's 96th birthday.
    Hattie Lindert, PEOPLE.com, 25 Apr. 2022

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