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dressy

[dres-ee] / ˈdrɛs i /


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Heading back toward Olympic, I enter David Apparel on 1019 Santee St. The menswear collection here is sporty with Gucci-esque matching outfits and dressy shirts emblazoned with lions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

I could sense the urgency of a group of women behind me and stepped aside to let them pass; one remarked under her breath that my baseball cap wasn’t dressy enough for the occasion.

From Slate • Nov. 21, 2023

The collection, which included looks for men and women, featured slouchy trousers and dressy jackets, lightweight overcoats and cotton trousers with elastic waists.

From Reuters • Jun. 23, 2023

If you’re packing shoes for travel, consider a “sleaker,” the dressy sneaker that works for both city strolls and country treks.

From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2023

I make sure the bedroom door is closed while he uses the bathroom, and I change into something more dressy and put on a bra.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi




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