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Recent Examples of armhole
It’s designed in a blend of recycled polyester and elastane jersey, with a crew neckline, vented hem, and armhole panels.
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Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 15 June 2025
Pino tucks his thumbs in the armholes of his bullet-proof vest like a Wild West sheriff.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
This wardrobe staple resembles a muscle tee with its large armholes and oversized fit, yet has a flattering silhouette that lends femininity.
—Christina Shepherd McGuire, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2024
His suits were defined by their relaxed silhouettes, which featured high armholes, double vests and slim-cut trousers.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 July 2024
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Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 15 June 2025
Pino tucks his thumbs in the armholes of his bullet-proof vest like a Wild West sheriff.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
This wardrobe staple resembles a muscle tee with its large armholes and oversized fit, yet has a flattering silhouette that lends femininity.
—Christina Shepherd McGuire, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2024
His suits were defined by their relaxed silhouettes, which featured high armholes, double vests and slim-cut trousers.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armhole
Noun
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When a maid stood directly facing a noblewoman to dress her, buttons on the wearer’s left side were lined up perfectly for the maid to use her dominant right hand to fit them into the buttonholes.—
Caroline Kobia,
The Conversation,
21 May 2026
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Afterward, the garments are made locally by a single jacket maker, trouser maker and buttonhole-finisher—each is touched by just four individuals.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
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Harshita Nair, 21, and Mahial Sran, 20, were believed to have been sleeping at a keyhole arch between Panther Beach and Yellow Back Beach northeast of Santa Cruz on June 10 when they were caught by the high tide, according to a Santa Cruz County fire captain.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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The top features a button keyhole opening for extra breathability, while the shorts have deep pockets and an elastic waistband with a drawstring for a custom fit and easy on-and-off at the pool.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
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Currently, the closest launch site to Port Canaveral is Blue Origin’s Launch Complex 36, located 5 miles north of the inlet.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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The granite monolith of Stawamus Chief rises above Howe Sound, and its three summits also draw hikers for sweeping views across the inlet.—
Vivian Chung,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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“Armhole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armhole. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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