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Get ready for special occasions with this tea party-chic dress that gives off cottagecore vibes.—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 May 2026 The nightlife and dining service staff gave off a familial feel—like a big Jersey family.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 Phoenix wore a tux for the big occasion, while Mara stunned in a white Givenchy gown that gave off very Audrey Hepburn vibes.—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 While brown stains give off more of a traditional look, a charcoal gray or black stain provides a sleek, modern look on a horizontal fence.—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for give off