costumed

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Perhaps the book’s greatest feat is its depiction of the historical moment when the modern overpowered the ancient—a world, now lost, of floridly costumed courtiers, fabled princes, exotic vices and perfumed palaces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

It's Saturday afternoon and the tournament resembles a beach bash in full swing, costumed bodies heaving under the blazing sun.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

The only costumed characters are actors playing costumed characters; the only villains, apart from the bureaucracy that seeks to bring him in, are Simon’s own self-doubt and temper.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

He costumed all the Jackson brothers for the record-breaking Victory tour.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

Is Ridge Sabio costumed in the appropriate attire of time period?

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly