skirt

Example Sentences

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The dress’ structured bodice gave way into tulle skirt, with the fabric’s warm tone contrasting Blunt’s dark red lip.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

The lawsuits attempted to skirt around Section 230 by suing on the basis of the platform’s internal features, not third party content posted on the platforms.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Jessie Buckley, the favorite to win the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of William Shakespeare's grief-stricken wife in "Hamnet," looked regal in a red Chanel off-the-shoulder bodice and flowing pink ball skirt.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Audrey Nuna, one of the singers of Golden, from KPop Demon Hunters girlband Huntr/X, wore a distinctive red, white and blue ruffled outfit with a dog emblem on her skirt.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

I picked up my skirt and catercornered across Anna’s field, one hand covering the stitch in my side.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff