coat

Example Sentences

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To my chagrin but not my surprise, no one else in the theater came with their tail tucked between their legs, covered by a trench coat.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

The coat hanger became the symbol for legalization.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

"He talks a good game but nothing ever changes," said David Gilhooly, 52, who had a long, thick beard and wore a heavy coat as the Canadian winter dragged into April.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The venue is ready, the guards are in place and the curb along the approach road has received a fresh coat of yellow and black paint.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Bit by bit, I relaxed my death grip on his coat and pulled my hands between us.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows