sheer
adjective
transparently thin; diaphanous, as some fabrics.
sheers
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present tense formof sheer (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Sometimes, he adds a pair of sheers behind the main curtains for better light control.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2023
The interior is properly decorated — flowered curtains, gauzy sheers, a hanging crystal light fixture — while a fan on the floor disturbs the peace.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2023
Vice President Kamala Harris, Ella Emhoff, helped the designer showcase his line of soft sheers coupled next to metallics and liquid-like gloves and leggings.
From Reuters ● Sep. 11, 2022
First, though, dust your shades, sheers and curtains by patting them with your hands.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 23, 2021
She contrives to let him know that she is free, and the youth, whose pet hobby is hopeless passion, at once sheers off in alarm.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, February 16, 1916 by Sir Owen Seaman
