chiffon
Example Sentences
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All eyes were on the soon-to-be princess as she stepped out of a Rolls-Royce in a glittering red chiffon gown.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026
The production design by Tamara Deverell is superb as are the costumes by Kate Hawley, who shrouds Goth in dramatic chiffon layers and dresses laced to highlight her vertebrae.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025
Although the juicy, vibrant red fruit is commonly featured in desserts, like buttery tarts, spritzes, chocolate mousse and chiffon cakes, it’s also exceptional in more savory dishes.
From Salon • May 23, 2025
Certain pieces are intended to be lightweight—like flowy chiffon tops, delicate lace skirts, or tops built for layering.
From Slate • Dec. 28, 2024
I was startled to see a live person in the shopcase, a hefty girl of about thirty, in a green, yellow and lavender chiffon dress.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
