slit

Example Sentences

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And singer Rose, a multiple Grammy nominee this year for "APT," her banger collab with Bruno Mars, wore a chic strapless black dress with a high slit and an outsized bird brooch at her waist.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Knowing approximately when to head home for the day could be guessed by examining nature—even by looking at a sheep’s pupils, which go from a rectangular slit to a wide orb as the light fades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

From the kick-off, Wright slit England open down the middle with a swerving run, and the scrambling hosts gave away a soft penalty as they tried to stem the attack.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2024

And yet, even though the "Game of Thrones" alum's dress did have a slit, her comments are still valid.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2024

When the light beam struck, the eye facing Palmer went from buttonhole slit to orange button; otherwise the bird did not move.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli