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Recent Examples of hosiery
As this spring’s brightly colored tights trend proves, hosiery is no longer just reserved for modesty and warmth.
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Kristine Romano, refinery29.com, 28 Feb. 2024
All of these can be paired with thin trouser socks and hosiery for those wintery days that need a little extra coverage, too.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
Fourth Look: Lingerie and hosiery by Agent Provocateur.
—David Lachapelle, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024
The company’s denim and hosiery plants—which are both rated LEED Platinum for sustainability—implemented water conservation guidelines according to the AWS Standard framework.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2024
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Kristine Romano, refinery29.com, 28 Feb. 2024
All of these can be paired with thin trouser socks and hosiery for those wintery days that need a little extra coverage, too.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
Fourth Look: Lingerie and hosiery by Agent Provocateur.
—David Lachapelle, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024
The company’s denim and hosiery plants—which are both rated LEED Platinum for sustainability—implemented water conservation guidelines according to the AWS Standard framework.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hosiery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hosiery
Noun
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Take it from a mom who once had to cut a sledding trip short because her son managed to a) find the only source of running water for miles, and b) break through the ice on top, completely soaking his boots and socks.—
Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan,
Outside Online,
27 Jan. 2025
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The center urges people to limit their exposure to BPA by removing sportswear and socks immediately after workouts and avoiding clothing made from polyester with spandex, among other protective measures.—
Melanie Radzicki McManus,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Hidden costs lurk like shadows in the retail world—slotting fees, chargebacks and stocking requirements.—
Joel Goldstein,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Wearing compression stockings, exercising regularly, protecting your skin from the sun, and taking frequent movement breaks throughout the day can all help reduce your risk.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
12 Jan. 2025
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The pressurized rattle of a hose spigot warns of imminent disaster.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
17 Jan. 2025
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The canvas bags are more efficient than hoses at putting out small fires, the department said.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Hosiery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hosiery. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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