button-down
Example Sentences
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He’s wearing a white button-down shirt with a tie, and his reddish-brown hair is neatly combed.
From Literature
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It unnerved some in the button-down workforce who voiced concern that the party-boy image could strain partnerships with other law-enforcement agencies and make bureau leadership seem weak in the eyes of foreign adversaries.
Newsboy caps, button-down vests and a predominance of subtle plaids recalled "Peaky Blinders", while pocket watch chains consolidated the 1920s feel.
From Barron's
A former accountant known for his intense focus and discipline, Hemsley has a button-down style.
She’s wearing a white button-down shirt and a pair of blue jeans, and her long hair is down around her shoulders.
From Literature
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