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Recent Examples of waistband
New for spring is the Weekend Wide Leg Ankle, a jean that hits right above the ankle in a wide leg and has a pull-on jean with drawcord waistband.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2025
The leggings also have a hidden adjustable waistband.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025
According to police, Morris was pulling a handgun out of his waistband, but immediately put it back.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
Cardwell then went to remove the weapon, identified in the internal affairs reported as a Glock .45 semi-automatic pistol, from a holster on Arrington's waistband.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2025
The leggings also have a hidden adjustable waistband.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025
According to police, Morris was pulling a handgun out of his waistband, but immediately put it back.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
Cardwell then went to remove the weapon, identified in the internal affairs reported as a Glock .45 semi-automatic pistol, from a holster on Arrington's waistband.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband
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Nominated for Best Actress at this year’s BAFTAs, Erivo’s transition from Broadway to film has been the stuff of legends—with three Oscars nominations under her belt, she’s solidified her place among Hollywood’s elite.—
Olivia Allen,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2025
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With only a trio of films under her belt, writer-director Léonor Serraille has carved her own special niche within the overcrowded world of French arthouse cinema.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Feb. 2025
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Just as off chain diamond report numbers are microscopically laser inscribed onto a stone’s girdle—by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) for example— each Token ID will also be laser-printed onto assets enabling cross-referencing with its corresponding digital certificate.—
Stephanie Hirschmiller,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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The pair wore girdles as part of their ploy, authorities said, and had stuffed them with merchandise — including 17 pairs of jeans.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2024
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And indeed, in the episode Carrie, who always had a flare for unconventional styling, has tartan flourish attached to a sash at her waist at Charlotte’s wedding.—
John Russell,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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Acne Studios Musubi knotted leather shoulder bag $1,200 NET-A-PORTER Acne’s Musubi bag is inspired by Japanese obi sashes, with its soft textured knot details.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2025
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The actor wore a wool suit with silver buttons, a white poplin shirt, a black silk cummerbund and brushed leather lace-up shoes.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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This striking print graced everything from a crisply tailored button-down and tie to a cummerbund on effortlessly chic trousers.—
Thomas Adamson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2024
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Winners get a trophy, ribbons and bragging rights, but no cash prize.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
12 Feb. 2025
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To take the purple ribbon home, Monty triumphed over a Best in Show round that featured six other talented canines.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
12 Feb. 2025
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Judge David Barron wrote for a three-judge panel that Liam's shirt was different from the armbands that the Supreme Court allowed during the Vietnam War in Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District because the black bands did not refer to anyone's personal characteristics.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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The band followed the Rumble with another unlikely achievement, winning 2024 Country Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2025
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The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Jan. 2025
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Both raincoats feature a detachable zip hood, a hood visor extension, an adjustable bungee cord with a metal toggle at the hood opening, a self-belt and signature stripe lining.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Sep. 2019
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If skiing isn’t your thing, the resort is still a haven for winter activity: ice skate across Brewer’s Pond, located in the heart of the village, go tubing at Tube Town, or fat bike or snowshoe on a variety of trails and loops that skirt the edge of the ski hill.—
Jennifer Malloy,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2025
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Conveniently located inside the I-435 loop, this close-in development offers easy access to major highways.—
ReeceNichols Real Estate,
Kansas City Star,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistband. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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