Example Sentences

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Nightgowns, children’s shorts, pants, jackets and sweat shirts were strewn about, piled up in some places, boxed in others.

From Salon • Nov. 28, 2012

Nightgowns were a little less awkward, and he felt a sense of relief when he remembered that Bri would need socks, slippers, and a robe as well.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Nightgowns, dressing gowns, fur rugs, fur muffs opened, fur stoles, opera capes, spangled tunics, window cords and chains, etc., will make valuable substitutes for the oriental garments.

From The White Christmas and other Merry Christmas Plays by Hare, Walter Ben

She selected a flannelette nightgown from a deep drawer marked: "Nightgowns and petticoats—Women's."

From The Story of Julia Page by Norris, Kathleen Thompson