as in clothing
covering for the human body
even at the Ivies they dress in the standard rigging of the college student: T-shirt and jeans
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as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
carefully rigged each diver with the required equipment before starting out
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Recent Examples of rigging
Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
The committee -- led by judges and set up in December -- will also examine if systemic problems, such as bid-rigging, occurred in large-scale building maintenance and renovation works.
—Arkansas Online, 20 Mar. 2026
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
The process comes down to connecting six aluminum frame sections, inflating the hull with a manual or electric pump, attaching the rudder and centerboard, and rigging the sail.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 13, New Atlas, 13 Mar. 2026
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Noun
But the answer isn’t for Republicans to one-up those efforts with their own election-rigging measure.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
The committee -- led by judges and set up in December -- will also examine if systemic problems, such as bid-rigging, occurred in large-scale building maintenance and renovation works.
—Arkansas Online, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
The initial indictment filed in November accused Clase of rigging pitches in specific games between May 2023 and June 2025.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
The process comes down to connecting six aluminum frame sections, inflating the hull with a manual or electric pump, attaching the rudder and centerboard, and rigging the sail.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 13, New Atlas, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
Noun
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Browse the traditional and contemporary clothing, learn about their relevance, and seize the chance to inspect them closely.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Regularly washing produce, cleaning household dust, and choosing natural fibers like cotton, wool, and linen over synthetic clothing can further minimize exposure.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The secretary and the Chief of Naval Operations, the Navy’s top admiral, are responsible for training and equipping the Navy.—
Luis Martinez,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Some users have also speculated that the restriction might block bad actors from equipping drones with Starlink.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Underutilizing the space with overly diminutive pieces and furnishing too sparsely can actually make a space feel smaller, according to interior designer Kishani Perera.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
20 Apr. 2026
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Knightsbridge has handled everything from furnishing the rental to securing a gym membership to sourcing wine for the family’s collection.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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Instead of a usual tuxedo, the attire consists of a black tail coat, a waistcoat and a white bow tie.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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As for Tom’s surprise appearance at the country music festival, the actor kept his attire casual, opting for blue jeans, a tan jacket and a hat.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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The plant is expected to start supplying fertilizers to Latin American markets by early 2029, offering some respite to a region that is critical to global crop exports yet dependent on fertilizer imports.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The station, northeast of Ramallah, is a vital water hub, supplying around 100,000 Palestinians across more than 20 communities.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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The dress was Christian Dior haute couture, according to White House press pool reporting.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The dress was paired with an amethyst and diamond necklace gifted to Queen Victoria and then passed to Queen Mary, the BBC reported.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Her women's outdoor apparel company, Wild Rye, was also facing uncertainty.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Cotton Incorporated Lifestyle Monitor™ Survey is an ongoing research program that measures consumer attitudes and behaviors relating to apparel, shopping, fashion, sustainability, and more.—
Catherine Salfino,
Footwear News,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Rigging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigging. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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