Examples of see-through in a Sentence

consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s
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Fashion trends are in a wistful mood right now, from capri leggings to polka dots—but the see-through shoes might just be the most popular (and fun-loving) revival of the summer. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 July 2025 The linen cotton blend isn’t see-through and is safe to machine wash on a gentle cycle and even tumble dry on low afterward. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 12 July 2025 The spring 2025 collections offer some bread crumbs, musing newness with see-through iterations of totes, crossbody bags and pouches. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 July 2025 Jennifer Lawrence, poster girl for quiet luxury, has reminded us once again of the merits of the see-through shoe. Olivia Allen, Vogue, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for see-through

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of see-through was in 1945

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“See-through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/see-through. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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