dressed to the nines
Example Sentences
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In early June, hundreds of fans dressed to the nines were in attendance at a rock star’s sold-out show at New York’s Beacon Theatre.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026
You come in halfway through the season, you get called “dapper” and are still dressed to the nines, however, you and your character are different in many ways.
From Salon • Mar. 13, 2025
Members of Parliament were dressed to the nines as they listened to the speech.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2025
The social media magnate is dressed to the nines in a sequin jacket patterned like tin ceiling tiles.
From Slate • Oct. 30, 2024
Beatriz, dressed to the nines in a red checkered skirt and white sweater, diva-strolls into the cafeteria, taking a seat at the center table, which everybody knows is reserved for her.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
