mackinaw

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Recent Examples of mackinaw But unlike brookies, mackinaws reach massive sizes. Jordan Rodriguez, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024 Detectives from the Twin Cities and the famed Pinkerton agency in Chicago found a button from a woodsman's mackinaw jacket in Aagot's cabin. Curt Brown Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 12 Dec. 2020 Tanner caught the lake trout, a freshwater fish also known as a mackinaw, on his line and reeled it in for about 15 minutes, Wilson said. Danielle Garrand, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2020 Catches of rainbow trout have been excellent, sprinkled with the occasional giant mackinaw or brown trout. Tom Stienstra, SFChronicle.com, 21 June 2018 Also called mackinaw, lake trout are a predominantly fish-eating species naturally found in the Great Lakes, much of Canada and along the Eastern Seaboard. Mike Koshmrl, The Seattle Times, 3 June 2018 Zach Gordon of Tahoe Sportfishing also enjoyed fast action for mackinaw. sacbee, 9 Apr. 2018 Meanwhile, Marc Christophel of Christophel’s Guide Service confirmed that the mackinaw bite went hot this weekend. sacbee, 23 Apr. 2018 On Sunday, guide Shaun Rainsbarger said the mackinaw bite was a little tough. sacbee, 9 Apr. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mackinaw
Noun
  • That look consisted of a black double-breasted overcoat, a sheer top and baggy jeans, accessorized with round-toe shoes, a gold Jennifer Fisher ring and statement earrings.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
  • The Windbreaker For your next evening out trying adding a windbreaker instead of your typical overcoat.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • At Vuitton, there were frock coats paired with sneakers: part 19th century, part 1967, and somehow utterly forward-looking.
    Nathan Heller, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2024
  • The father, in a black frock coat, cracked his whip at a mangy and irritated lion who eventually agreed to jump through a hoop.
    Rosanna Warren, Harper's Magazine, 25 June 2024
Noun
  • Tommy’s security guards wear SS-style greatcoats by Sarafina Bush.
    Jesse Green, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
  • The men were sporting tweets, Norfolk jackets and a camel hair greatcoat.
    Melanie Windridge, Forbes, 24 May 2021
Noun
  • Leather chesterfields and fireplace nooks dotted the warehouse-esqe foyer where towering machinery replaced bouquets on mahogany tables.
    Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023
  • As for overnight guests, you'll be housed in one of Cedar Lake Estate's cozy cottages, suites, or cabins spread across the property, each featuring rustic chic furniture and decor, from oversized chesterfields to wooden barn doors.
    Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2023
Noun
  • The chest section is a bit tight, so this parka wouldn’t be ideal for large busts.
    Jessie Quinn, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
  • My daughter, clearly shaken, refused to remove her parka.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Refurbishment efforts will be conducted by a team of zoo artists and engineers and will include repairs to the iguana’s frame and a weather-resistant topcoat, according to the statement.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Some are battered, but clearly beloved, including a long topcoat he’s altered for a female client who’s put on a few pounds.
    Samantha Conti, WWD, 20 Dec. 2024

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