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elastic

[ih-las-tik] / ɪˈlæs tɪk /




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Some of his most popular designs are the backless halter tops with an elastic chest and waist area trimmed with a silky lace, as well as scrunched crop-top jerseys.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Woodring wrote he remains “cautious” that strength in the first half of the fiscal year leads to “more elastic demand” and weaker second half earnings.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

"I searched it and saw videos of kids and adults showing 'how fun it is' to put the toys in the microwave to make them more elastic," she said.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

The Founding Fathers are usually revered for their political genius, their ability to create a Constitution elastic enough to survive nearly 250 years and counting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

She stuck her thumb under the elastic of her candy necklace, pulling on a pink candy circle.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez




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