as in costume
a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothes and accessories
She wore an elegant three-piece ensemble.
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Recent Examples of ensemble
Empress Eugénie’s diamond diadem and her large corsage-bow brooch — an imperial ensemble of rare craftsmanship — were also part of the loot.
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Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025
From cardigan sets, to turtleneck tracksuits, to ensembles inspired by Gucci and Free People, these are the reigning combinations to shop before your next trip.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Their years of work and collaboration created a network of ensembles, classes, and school residencies reaching thousands in Kansas City.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
In 1984, Dohnányi took over the music directorship of the Cleveland Orchestra, which, since the time of George Szell, has had the reputation of being the most sonically impeccable of American ensembles.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2025
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Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025
From cardigan sets, to turtleneck tracksuits, to ensembles inspired by Gucci and Free People, these are the reigning combinations to shop before your next trip.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Their years of work and collaboration created a network of ensembles, classes, and school residencies reaching thousands in Kansas City.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
In 1984, Dohnányi took over the music directorship of the Cleveland Orchestra, which, since the time of George Szell, has had the reputation of being the most sonically impeccable of American ensembles.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
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Hubert de Givenchy collaborated with costume designer Edith Head to bring Holly’s now-iconic black boatneck dress to life.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
27 Oct. 2025
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Roan’s costumes are as central a component to her stardom as her music.—
Katie Weisman,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
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Available in luxurious shades like apricot, navy, and coffee brown, the lightweight sweater is a timeless staple in any fall wardrobe.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Keep reading for all the pieces that deserve a spot in your fall travel wardrobe, starting at $29.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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The businesswoman accented the look with Dior’s python Saddle bag, which added some intrigue to the neutral outfit.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Wear them with a simple long-sleeve top or T-shirt for a casual look, or add a blazer and heels for an office-friendly outfit.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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The dress has an A-line silhouette with a skater skirt that falls around the knees (depending on your height, of course).—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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The dress, in black and white color blocking, featured a gazar petal drape at the hips for an exaggerated, yet soft, element.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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In one of the multi-hyphenate's most recent posts, Paltrow shared a glimpse of her new clothing line, tagging the brand Gwyn in her caption and wearing a sophisticated, tan cashmere sweater that immediately caught our eye.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Aldrich, who sewed the badge himself on an article of clothing, attends the Zamorano Fine Arts Academy.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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