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as in dress
a garment with a joined blouse and skirt usually worn by a woman or girl
a shopping trip for the express purpose of finding the perfect gown for the wedding
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as in pajamas
a loose pullover garment worn in bed
answered the front door still dressed in the gown that she had been sleeping in
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
a Renaissance portrait of a queen gowned in exotic silks and satins
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Recent Examples of gown
Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Beyoncé and her daughter (and costar), Blue Ivy, wore metallic gowns and looked stunning.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
The iconic singer followed the gold memo in a strapless gold Balmain gown which coordinated perfectly with her daughter's look, while dad Jay-Z donned a chocolate brown suit.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The back of the dress added a sultry yet classy touch with a corset that laced up from the top to the bottom of the long gown.
—Chiara Kim, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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Bey, meanwhile, was dressed even more on theme, in a Disney x Balmain: The Lion King collection gown, designed by Olivier Rousteing.
Beyoncé's strapless column gown featured a plunging neckline with a gold polka-dot pattern that complemented her daughter’s dress without being too matchy-matchy.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Beyoncé and her daughter (and costar), Blue Ivy, wore metallic gowns and looked stunning.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
The iconic singer followed the gold memo in a strapless gold Balmain gown which coordinated perfectly with her daughter's look, while dad Jay-Z donned a chocolate brown suit.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The back of the dress added a sultry yet classy touch with a corset that laced up from the top to the bottom of the long gown.
—Chiara Kim, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gown
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The couple also had their closest circle dress for the occasion.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Last year's pick was a warm green Anthropologie dress.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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One rumor covers a camera area clad in aluminum rather than glass, though it’s thought that the majority of the iPhone’s rear will still be made of glass.David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Onstage, clad in Punjabi attire, Diljit was charming and assured, his every smile and twirl of his mustache setting the crowd into a wave of applause and cheers.Richard Trapunski, Billboard, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who is that figure downtown forever frozen in a bronze nightgown?Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Apr. 2024
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Basically, with a few clever styling choices, Holmes found a way to make pajamas appropriate for a night out in New York City, trading a silk nightgown for a slip skirt and casual Uggs for a cross between a loafer and traditional house slipper.Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
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Adorned with lights, tinsel, garland and costumed characters, the adventure comes to life as each coach transforms into a lively musical performance while cocoa chefs serve hot chocolate and cookies.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Dec. 2024
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Although the lore surrounding Krampus can lean dark, The Milk District event, where an increasing number of attendees costume up or don horns for the occasion, is anything but.Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
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With my hair one day past acceptably unwashed and my weird nightdress.EW.com, EW.com, 29 Nov. 2023
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This modest short-sleeve nightdress features wide arm and neck holes for a comfortably loose fit.Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2023
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Petite Plume also sells silk pajama sets and nightshirts in whimsical prints, to make for a memorable gift.Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Best Cyber Monday Deals on Fashion and Beauty Stay cozy during the holidays with a soft nightshirt for 40% off, a pair of cozy slippers that's $50 off, and a stylish loungewear set for only $30.Laura Lu, MS, Parents, 1 Dec. 2024
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The lead romantic characters, Simba and Nala, are beautifully attired but unencumbered by masks or puppet costumes.Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Nov. 2024
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Masa’s valet Kato-san glided into the room, attired assassin-like in black suit, white shirt and skinny black tie, and offered a pour from an open bottle of Riesling.Alok Sama, Fortune Asia, 17 Sep. 2024
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As sheer fabrics and visible lingerie take center stage this party season, the brand’s signature lace thongs, bralettes, and bodysuits are the ideal choice for layering underneath any outfit.Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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But Optimus, who in the video seems more than happy to be at his mistress’s beck and call, appears less subservient in a series of pictures in which Kardashian, wearing spike heels and lingerie, poses beside him and a gold Tesla Cybercab.Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Gown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gown. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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