as in clothes
covering for the human body
inmates wearing regulation prison toggery
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Recent Examples of toggery
In the post-housebound era, if casual toggery becomes the norm for work, will underwire bras go the way of ties, suits and vertiginous heels?
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Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2022
Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toggery
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
Noun
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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 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
Noun
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But there was Vladar at Saturday’s morning skate, looking no worse for wear.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Doukopil joined his colleagues, all still dressed in formal wear, and took over the coverage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Toggery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toggery. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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