How to Use waistline in a Sentence

waistline

noun

• The dress has a small waistline and a full skirt.
• The diet claims it will reduce your waistline in just four weeks.
• They were searched and the packages of drugs were found on the teen's waistline, a news release said.
  — Fox News, 17 Jan. 2020
• It's been known for years that having a wider waistline ups the odds of a heart attack.
  — Karyn Repinski, Woman's Day, 23 Jan. 2019
• The trailer sits low and has the same slightly bulging waistline as the iconic Airstreams.
  — Jack Stewart, WIRED, 12 Apr. 2018
• That could be good news for your breakfast—and your waistline.
  — Jessica Firger, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2017
• The dress has long flouncy sleeves, a deep-V neckline, and a tiered skirt with a high waistline.
  — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 4 Nov. 2023
• But truth be told, summer takes a toll on our waistlines, too.
  — Samantha Cassetty, NBC News, 9 June 2018
• The legs would roll up a bit, but the bra never gave me any issues, and the waistline always stayed put.
  — Dana Leigh Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2023
• As for the pants portion of the outfit, the length of it fell at her ankles and the look was complete with a black scarf wrapped around the waistline.
  — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 14 Jan. 2023
• The man pulled up his shirt and motioned to his waistline at what Beltran assumed was a weapon.
  — Los Angeles Times, 9 Aug. 2019
• The outfit also featured a cinched waistline and a bold tie-around sash.
  — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022
• This may have to do with those worried about the effect of recreational pot, and the munchies, on their waistlines.
  — Leah Garchik, San Francisco Chronicle, 7 Jan. 2018
• The key here is to find pants that truly hit right at the waistline—not too high and not suspended below the belt.
  — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 3 Feb. 2023
• Trouble is, quick and easy isn’t always what’s best for our waistlines or our hearts.
  — Danielle Pointdujour, Essence, 10 Sep. 2019
• But in many places, growing economies have led to growing waistlines.
  — Jeffrey Gettleman, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2018
• If low-rise skirts aren't your thing, just tug up the waistline to a more comfortable sitting point.
  — Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 1 Feb. 2023
• But after a couple of months, things can start to feel a little heavy, both on your waistline and your palate.
  — Emily Spicer, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Jan. 2018
• Bonus: This beer clocks in at just 60 calories, so those few beers have less of an impact on his waistline!
  — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 24 Jan. 2024
• Its origins date back to the mid-1800s, as a sash in formalwear to cover the buttons of the shirt at the waistline because the shirt can bunch up.
  — Washington Post, 2 July 2019
• The material of the gown also had a unique design, as it was tiered along the waistline and a few inches above the hem.
  — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 26 May 2023
• Eating at your desk every day works against your waistline in more ways than one.
  — Staff Author, Peoplemag, 19 Aug. 2022
• The shorts have an airy design thanks to the wavy hem, plus a high waistline that’s accented with even more ruffles.
  — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
• Why not whittle your waistline and stay hydrated at the same time?
  — Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 19 July 2022
• The empire waistline of the brand’s Betty maxi dress is so classic, and the simple colors make styling it so easy.
  — Meghan Shouse, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Aug. 2023
• For a full fit, pair them with the matching top or tuck a basic black or white button-up into the waistline.
  — Rebecca Norris, Woman's Day, 26 Jan. 2023
• Women are likely to store fat around their hips, thighs and buttocks while men see it in their waistlines.
  — Rochelle Koff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
• The dainty wave sits just below the waistline of her green swimsuit bottoms.
  — Zizi Strater, Peoplemag, 19 Jan. 2023
• Herrold’s look included a dramatic cutout on the bodice of the dress that extended from the base of the neckline to below Herrold’s waistline.
  — Julia Teti, WWD, 6 Aug. 2024
• Additionally, an Ann Lowe label was placed inside the waistline of the skirt.
  — Ariana Quihuiz, Peoplemag, 28 July 2024

Last Updated: 26 Sep 2024