pique
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And in the case of at least one clothing item — a pique sandwash dress — Sam’s Club members had even influenced the design.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
The letter was from Guy Spier, 60, investment manager of the Aquamarine Fund, and the first section did little to pique my interest.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
Some of her havoc is calculated, most of it is out of pique that others are living braver, more fulfilling lives.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025
In that case, it’s no surprise that “Sinners,” Coogler’s first entirely original film, would pique viewers’ curiosity.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2025
Ba’s mouth worked itself in a sort of contained pique, but he didn’t say anything.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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