donned

verb

Definition of donnednext
past tense of don
as in dressed
to place on one's person she donned her best gown for the ball

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  1. rigged
  2. clad
  3. put on
Verb
  • So was the system rigged in favor of the rich teams this year and rigged against the rich teams last year?
    Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
  • The rising cost of college and ballooning student loan balances have played a big role in changing views about the higher education system, which many think is rigged to benefit the wealthy, the report found.
    Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of rigged
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  • The inquiry said architect Studio E, principal contractor Rydon, and cladding sub-contractor Harley all bore considerable responsibility for disaster.
    Reuters, NBC News, 4 Sep. 2024
  • Here, Saarinen enlarged the pit, giving it curves and cladding it in white penny tile accented with a fiery red carpet and upholstery on curved sofas and stools on his pedestal-like Tulip seat.
    Kate Reggev, Architectural Digest, 28 June 2024
Definition of clad
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  • Or put on Taylor’s famous stunning red lipstick and head to Bar Mordecai on Dundas Street West with four private karaoke rooms uniquely designed with musical vibes and inspirational themes.
    Miriam Porter, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In the immediate aftermath of the story, both musicians were put on leave from performing by April 14, and on July 11, the Philharmonic’s then-CEO, Gary Ginstling, resigned.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of put on
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