skirt

Example Sentences

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The theatrical Mary may be good for laughs, but other than the hoop skirt and pipe curls, she bears no resemblance to the real Mary, whose life was crowded with tragedy, misfortune and misinterpretation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

According to the artists, known together as Whitaker Malem, the breastplate was moulded from Jones's 1969 sculpture Hatstand, with the 88-year-old artist painting the attached leather skirt.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Throughout the trial, the prosecution tried as much as possible to skirt the issue of free speech.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

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

Auntie North led them through the busy crowds, her long skirt swishing around her ankles.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova