1
as in to strip
to remove clothing from
I quickly undressed myself and pulled on a set of dry clothes
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2
as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
a self-styled financial investor who was eventually undressed as a con artist running a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of undress
In overtime, Tippett took a feed from Noah Cates and undressed Merzlikins on a backhand, prompting a bench-clearing celebration with his teammates.
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Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Then, Alvarez undressed and proceeded to take a shower with the door and shower curtain open.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Jamie accepts Claire’s soothing words but still takes the opportunity to begin undressing his love and walking her toward their bed.
—Amy Wilkinson, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Week 11, 7:42 remaining in the second quarter, third-and-7
On third-and-7, against the Rams, Maye motioned running back Antonio Gibson outside to undress the coverage.
—Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Then, Alvarez undressed and proceeded to take a shower with the door and shower curtain open.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Jamie accepts Claire’s soothing words but still takes the opportunity to begin undressing his love and walking her toward their bed.
—Amy Wilkinson, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
Week 11, 7:42 remaining in the second quarter, third-and-7
On third-and-7, against the Rams, Maye motioned running back Antonio Gibson outside to undress the coverage.
—Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undress
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And if dryness is a concern, steer clear of sulfates, which can strip your skin of its natural moisture.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
20 Mar. 2025
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Trump is stripping working families from lifesaving care , financial support.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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If tinea versicolor returns every time you're exposed to triggering conditions, there are ways to try to prevent it.—
Sarah Bradley,
Health,
23 Mar. 2025
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Slowly exposing tomato seedlings to the elements, such as wind and cooler temperatures, will make the plants hardier.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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The actress posted for photos on the red carpet in the coat before disrobing to a corset and maxi skirt adorned with lace doilies at the hem.—
WWD Staff,
WWD,
8 Mar. 2025
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The 30-year-old beauty — who appeared naked after disrobing out of a black fur coat to reveal a body-hugging, see-through micro dress — will not be legally charged for indecent exposure or other offenses.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
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In December, an investigation by The Information uncovered 262 cases of AI adoption across 170 local councils, with AI being used for everything from keeping drivers informed about available parking to helping the public sort their recycling.—
Will McCurdy,
PCMAG,
22 Mar. 2025
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Now, security researchers have uncovered a vital component of those attacks, used to disable anti-malware protections.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Undress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undress. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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