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
The show followed an ensemble of one-percenters at the titular resort in Hawaii, observing how their privilege blinds them to reality and corrupts everyone around them, leading to conflicts, cruelty, and, eventually, violence.
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Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Apr. 2025
Funk’s biggest acts were ensembles.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Because many of the biggest funk bands were interracial ensembles, that optimism was reflected in groups like Sly & the Family Stone, which presented a stage full of White, Black and Brown musicians all moving together in harmony.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Old Friends costars Sondheim’s longtime collaborator Bernadette Peters and an ensemble of triple threats performing various songs from the theater legend’s oeuvre.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Apr. 2025
Funk’s biggest acts were ensembles.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Because many of the biggest funk bands were interracial ensembles, that optimism was reflected in groups like Sly & the Family Stone, which presented a stage full of White, Black and Brown musicians all moving together in harmony.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Old Friends costars Sondheim’s longtime collaborator Bernadette Peters and an ensemble of triple threats performing various songs from the theater legend’s oeuvre.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
Noun
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Since arriving on Savile Row, the sons have worked with several high-profile costume designers on pieces for forthcoming productions.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Hire a really good costume designer and a really good art department.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Metallics—especially gold and silver—are easy to wear like neutrals, making this pair of heels a versatile addition to your shoe wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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The app is designed to help consumers better plan their outfits, look professional at work, expand their wardrobe, and wear their clothes more frequently — recommending new clothing purchases or clothes from one’s own closet.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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As the party continued, Cape made a quick outfit change to fit the vibe with the late-night crowd.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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As far as the street style crowd goes, the styling of these chunky bracelets has been equally as varied—we’ve seen resin bangle bracelets worn with lush suede pieces, minimalist outfits, quiet luxury looks, and prim suits.—
Rosana Lai,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2025
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Just reference these outfits any time wearing dresses with sandals starts to feel stale.—
Isabel Serra,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Speaking of which, the pregnant mother wore a black strapless dress with a large long bow on the front and a side part bun for her maternity shoot.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
16 Apr. 2025
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The tariffs will have an impact on just about everyone, from farmers unable to sell to China, to higher prices at home for everything from toys and clothing to high-tech electronics.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2025
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Wade inspired a line of clothing from Pirate Worldwide, an apparel company that has a purposeful story behind all its products.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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