off-the-rack
Example Sentences
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At the start of the 1970s, before the dollar’s link to gold was severed, an ounce might have gotten you an off-the-rack seersucker at J.C.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
It’s the shift from battleships to PT boats, from handmade suits to off-the-rack ones.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 30, 2025
Laurie’s haircut and off-the-rack fashion are modest compared to Jaclyn and Kate’s chunky gold jewelry and shimmering resort couture.
From Salon • Mar. 10, 2025
It prevents you from doing anything too foolish, while still freeing you of the compromise of the off-the-rack suit.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2024
My pearls, my belts, my cardigans, my off-the-rack dresses from J.Crew, my apparently brave choice of white for an inaugural gown—all seemed to trigger a slew of opinions and instant feedback.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
