donned
Example Sentences
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Australian tourist Olivia Martell-Groves went all in for the seasonal experience, and donned a flower-printed kimono while marvelling at the flowers.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
In July 1987, Gil, then 26 years old, donned a T-shirt with the phrase “Justice is a constant struggle” and set off for the clink in Kansas.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
There was a pop-up shop decorated to look like a cozy British cottage full of holiday gifts, a scarf bar and Bloomingdale’s signature Big Brown plush collectible bear donned a plaid scarf.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Many donned “Baywatch” visors and sweaters while others sported bright red bathing suits, popularized by the original show.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
When a maester donned his collar, he put aside the hope of children, yet Cressen had oft felt a father none-theless.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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