candy stripe

American

noun

a pattern of bright stripes of one color against a plain background, used chiefly in fabrics.

Etymology

Origin of candy stripe

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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Indiana is…jump shots and candy stripe warm-up pants.

From The Wall Street Journal

Anyone can enjoy a spa-like experience at home with these effervescent shower goodies that are now available in special holiday scents: Holiday Cypress, Candy Stripe and Sugar Cookie.

From Fox News

Ruta’s salads include artful landscapes that bring together candy stripe beets, creamy avocado mousse and almonds.

From Washington Post

Designed in conjunction with the team at Edit Lab at Streetsense, the garden is decked out in pink-and-white candy stripe umbrellas and pink glasses.

From Washington Post

It is wise to pack along several weighted jigs of various color combinations in chartreuse, lime green, red, pink candy stripe, hot pink and a wide variety of glow in the dark colors.

From Seattle Times

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