as in waist
the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriff The look featured a plunging neckline, long sleeves and cutout, revealing Destiny’s midriff. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025 Continuing the punk details of her ensemble, Stefani wore fishnets over her midriff and beneath her baggy camouflage pants. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Apr. 2025 The fabric of the look cascades straight past the hips to a split above the waistline, which revealed Davis’ midriff. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025 The look consisted of a midriff-baring top and a floor-length skirt, both of which featured sparkly embellishments. Catherine Santino, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midriff

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“Midriff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/midriff. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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