shorts

Example Sentences

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And Wawrinka carried a memento of those shorts in his final French Open outing, with a strip of the fabric sewn on to his shirt.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The red, white and grey plaid shorts have become iconic in tennis circles, and the surviving pairs have found good homes.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

“They’re the investigator, they’re the prosecutor, they’re the judge, and they’re the jury,” said Levy, in a checked shirt and shorts, at his home in north San Diego County.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The pieces, like these breathable nylon satin Game shorts, are designed for style and function both on and off the pitch, whether you’re wearing them to a real scrimmage or just one you’re dreaming of.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

He’s wearing shorts and his knees look scuffed.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler