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ladylike

[ley-dee-lahyk] / ˈleɪ diˌlaɪk /


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Vogue noted that some judges and other stars on the show commented on her appearance, with one choreographer encouraging her to be "more ladylike" and learn how to dance in six-inch heels.

From BBC Jan. 7, 2026

If Ms. Rush’s portrayals had one thing in common, it was a gentle, ladylike quality, which she put to use in films of many genres.

From New York Times Apr. 1, 2024

But since I wasn’t that connected to Gerry, they were very pleased I was very ladylike.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 10, 2023

Ms. Mantell later told Newsday that music industry veterans advised the two women to get out of the business “before we lost the ladylike equivalent of our shirts.”

From Washington Post Feb. 8, 2023

Princesse was elegant and ladylike, at least on the surface.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana




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