belt
noun
a band of flexible material, as leather or cord, for encircling the waist.
belts
Example Sentences
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“Unlike lifesaving, and mandated, technologies like air bags, seat belts, electronic stability control and headlights, analog AM radio does not contribute to motor vehicle safety,” Bozzella said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
"If we don't manage to fill the lakes in November, we're going to have to tighten our belts," former canal administrator Jorge Quijano told AFP.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
The North Korean leader has responded to international pressure by urging his population to tighten their belts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Amanda Serrano retained her WBA and WBO featherweight belts with a narrow majority decision over Argentina's Lucrecia Manzur in the first world title fight to be streamed live on TikTok.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
Each person was given $4,000, which they hid in their money belts.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
