waist - use in sentences

Converse of object

  • elasticate: The elasticated waist is available in UK sizes 8 to 12.
  • nip: Classic shirtwaister style, with short sleeves, open revered collars and fitted nipped waist with gathered full dirndl skirt.
  • wade: Piles of boulders were separated by sections of wading, waist deep in places.

Preposition: with

  • belt: The " arisaid " reached the ground, and was fixed at the waist with a belt.

Adjective modifier

  • elastic: The pants have a 30 ' inseam and elastic waist with ivory trim.
  • slender: I put my arm around his slender waist and he moved closer.
  • slim: Great taste, cost a cinch, slim waist, lost an inch.
  • tiny: He had a good compact physique, very tiny waist, just lacked the mass of the top two.
  • adjustable: The adjustable waist, and trim front and cargo pocket are practical and flattering.
  • narrow: Defined shoulders create the illusion of a narrower waist.

Modifies a noun

  • circumference: Waist circumference is thought to be a better measure of helping you maintain your heart health than BMI.
  • cincher: The Ribbon Corset is a waist cincher made of ribbon.
  • cinchers: As seen on Kylie Minogue and Traci Bingham Plus many more waist cinchers and corsets to choose from.
  • sash: In Bali, waist sashes should be worn when visiting temples.
  • strap: Adjust the waist strap first, then remaining bent over, pull the shoulders just tight enough to take up the slack.
  • belt: Originally mocked, his wide waist belts have been much copied.

Noun used with modifier

  • drawstring: The French knickers have a flattering cut with an easy drawstring waist for a comfortable yet stunning fit.
  • inch: But 36 inch waist and 34 inch hips is 105 % - dangerous.
  • empire: The top has slit flutter sleeves, appliques of lace and an empire waist.
  • tie: The fabric is lightweight and super soft, with large pockets and a tie waist.

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