braless adjective

Examples of bra in a Sentence

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Then, Wife Was Diagnosed with Cancer (Exclusive) Christine was diagnosed with breast cancer on Jan. 10, 2023, after finding a 3.5 centimeter lump in her breasts while pulling on a sports bra for a run. Emily Palmer, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 At the very least, discomfort from a flimsy sports bra may distract you from your athletic pursuits. Julia Ries, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024 The result: the HRM-Fit, a heart rate monitor that clips directly onto a sports bra via three anchor points. Ashley Mateo, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024 This strappy, low-impact bra makes a perfect companion for them. Kristin Canning, SELF, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bra 

Word History

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bra was in 1933

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“Bra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bra. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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bra

noun

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