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Recent Examples of waist
The dress featured allover sheer fabric embellished with shimmering silver jewels and embroidery throughout, as well as a thigh-high slit at the front along with two bold cutouts — one at the waist and another above the bustline.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 July 2025
Plus, people who supplement with 30 grams of ground flaxseed have been found to see more reductions in waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio compared to a control group.10
How to Use It: Try using whole or ground flaxseeds as a high-fiber topping for oatmeal, chia pudding, and smoothie bowls.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 July 2025
Clad in a black, flowy dress with chains swinging around their waist, Dua Saleh’s whispery cadence gave her an enchanting presence over the room.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 27 June 2025
The dress featured a decorative belt or sash at the waist that had rose-like detailing.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 June 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 July 2025
Plus, people who supplement with 30 grams of ground flaxseed have been found to see more reductions in waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio compared to a control group.10
How to Use It: Try using whole or ground flaxseeds as a high-fiber topping for oatmeal, chia pudding, and smoothie bowls.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 July 2025
Clad in a black, flowy dress with chains swinging around their waist, Dua Saleh’s whispery cadence gave her an enchanting presence over the room.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 27 June 2025
The dress featured a decorative belt or sash at the waist that had rose-like detailing.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waist
Noun
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However, allergy suspicions typically arise when your dog starts showing signs of stomach aches, vomiting and diarrhea while on a grain-inclusive diet.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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At one point, one of the girls is seen touching up the Houston rapper’s fresh tiger ink on his stomach.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The Marlins tacked on another run in the third as Sánchez ripped a single up the middle to score Edwards, who reached on an infield hit and stole second.—
Steve Gorten,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2025
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According to the weather service, light snow is possible during the middle of the week, but better chances arrive from a system moving through Friday into Saturday.—
Erin Couch,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Laufey donned an all-black minidress designed with an asymmetrical waistline and tie-front neckline.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Unwinding after a long day is important, but spending hours slouched on the couch watching TV isn’t helping your waistline.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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But instead of having a swath of fabric across its midsection, the sheep in the Brooks Brothers x Prince collaboration graphic is pictured holding a racquet and tennis ball, getting ready to serve, and looks much happier than the downtrodden lamb in the original logo waiting to be sheared.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
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Each version features flattering ruching at the midsection, thin straps for minimal tan lines, and dozens of colors to choose from.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2025
Noun
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In the clip, Williams can be seen wearing a light green matching tank top and mini skirt, which left a small bit of her midriff exposed.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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The brand’s signature buttery soft material targets the midriff, back and buttocks while still allowing ease of movement.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Two buttons line the left side of the mouse, and a Power/DPI switch is tucked away on the mouse’s belly.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 July 2025
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In the nude shot, Culpo wears her hair long and covers her breasts with her hand, placing her other hand on her belly.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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But the stranger pulled a large ax from the trunk of her vehicle, deputies said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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And the parents who will retrieve their colorful trunks, but not their girls.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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“Waist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waist. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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