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off-the-rack suits

Examples of off-the-rack in a Sentence

the fashionistas were aghast that the actress would wear an off-the-rack dress to the Oscars
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As a trans man, Emil isn’t used to finding off-the-rack clothing that fits perfectly. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024 But there are times when off-the-rack arrangements just won’t cut it. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024 But their class differences are mapped out too broadly, and the plotting is as off-the-rack as one of Berenger’s suits. Scott Tobias, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2024 Clients may access it by first making an appointment online, and then dropping in for a custom shirt consultation or to try on the brand’s off-the-rack wares. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2024 Going as Ellie for Halloween is easy: Dress up an off-the-rack elephant costume with some seafoam green Liberty merch. Them, 9 Oct. 2024 The bride wore an off-the-rack dress in keeping with the boho-chic theme. Erin Clack, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024 More recently, Michelle Obama caught the attention of the fashion press for mixing items high and low, wearing everything from off-the-rack J.Crew to Alaia and supporting independent American designers such as Isabel Toledo. Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024 The half canvas off-the-rack suits will be made in England and will retail for $895 to $995. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of off-the-rack was in 1964

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“Off-the-rack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/off-the-rack. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

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