donning

Example Sentences

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I imagine the A.I. bot like a child playing dress-up, donning an oversized blazer and glasses for a game of “businessman.”

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

Team Italy, for example, celebrated home runs by donning an Armani jacket in the dugout and taking a ceremonial shot of espresso.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

State media images showed the duo, donning matching leather jackets -- often seen as a symbol of power in North Korea -- being briefed by officials as they inspected the facility.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

After donning hats and shirts that commemorated their championship, the Bruins celebrated on the floor with cheers and pictures.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

As soon as he comes home from the university the first thing he does is hang up his shirt and trousers, donning a pair of drawstring pajamas and a pullover if it’s cold.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri