fancy dress
Example Sentences
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The inaugural event was designed for club runners but evolved to include everyone from elite entrants to those in weird and wonderful fancy dress, raising money for charity.
From BBC • May 3, 2026
Helmets are obligatory for those being carried - fancy dress is expected.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
It is not the first time Latin American officers have used fancy dress while apprehending suspected criminals.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
James lost his life after going to watch cricket in fancy dress, when England played a Test match at Trent Bridge in July 2011.
From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026
The news soon spread about the fancy dress ball.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
