knee-length
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Another emblematic Sheinbaum choice was the dress she wore for her October 2024 swearing-in: a knee-length, ivory creation with embroidered wildflowers cascading down one side.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
He wore a traditional knee-length shirt called a kurta and slippers that dramatically curl at the toes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025
Mayers, appearing in a knee-length leather trench coat and a black surgical mask, seemed calm as he moved through the courthouse, stopping to thank a passerby for complimenting his jacket.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2025
"For ladies, business, formal, or smart casual wear applies. Skirts and dresses should be below knee-length and decent. Sleeveless blouses are prohibited," he said.
From BBC • Nov. 29, 2023
She looked elegant in a knee-length tan dress.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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