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dress

[dres] / drɛs /






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MSF "is outraged by the arrest and detention of one of its employees as part of the enforcement of dress code requirements in the city," the group said.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

When Mary shows up unexpectedly, asking Sam for the two things she won’t provide — forgiveness and a dress — the pair slowly find their bond regenerating, pulled back together by forces outside their control.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

If someone bought a quinceañera dress at her store, they would tell the mothers to shop for their gowns at his store.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Young bankers learn quickly that pants should have belt loops, watches shouldn’t be flashy and you never dress better than the boss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

It was the guard we had nicknamed “The Snake” because of the shiny dress she wore.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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