Example Sentences

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Collars came in stiffer fabric and attached to the rest of the body with buttons.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023

Robinson began her first column for adults, “Curtains, Collars and Cutlets: Cheer-Up Column.”

From Washington Post • Oct. 11, 2022

Collars for dogs and cats have been added to reflect greater pet ownership during the pandemic.

From Reuters • Mar. 14, 2022

Greenbelts Cat and Dog Collars: Made in Seattle from repurposed materials, new hardware and flashy crystals, these one-of-a-kind pet collars come in a variety of colors and sizes to make both cats and dogs sparkle.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2021

Collars or sleeves, pinned over or tightly strained to meet, will entirely mar the effect of the prettiest dress.

From The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society by Hartley, Florence