Example Sentences

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The plus-sized comedian — better known as “Fluffy” — is sporting his typical loose-fitting vintage Hawaiian shirt, denim shorts and black flat cap.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

After a short interlude of pushing "body inclusivity" and plus-sized models to the fore, the fashion industry has returned to promoting thinness as a beauty ideal.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

Aside from a selection of designers, including Rick Owens, LGN and Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY, I can count on two hands how many plus-sized models I saw at a week of shows.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2025

“A lot of plus-sized women don’t even know that they can get plastic surgery,” she said, “because they get turned down.”

From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2023

Over 10 episodes, the critically lauded series followed a plus-sized 12-year-old named Cucu as she and her Dominican family adapt to life in 1980s Miami.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 7, 2023