full dress

Example Sentences

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Yeoman of the Guard in full dress uniform have started their journey, and behind the scenes things are being prepared for the procession.

From BBC • May 4, 2023

She met her future husband while appearing with him in operas in which she had only seen him in full dress in elderly roles.

From Washington Post • Mar. 22, 2023

But to see him in full dress and going full go was impressive.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2021

“If they came here, they would be in full dress and would be uncomfortable because people are in bathing suits and drinking.”

From New York Times • Feb. 17, 2019

Their parents walked downstairs, Lillian skipping lightly, proud of her beauty, aware of it; her husband followed, pulling at his necktie, uncomfortable in the full dress regalia of civilians.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy