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shirtless

American  
[shurt-lis] / ˈʃɜrt lɪs /

adjective

  1. not wearing a shirt or any clothing on the upper body.

  2. featuring a person or people not wearing shirts or any clothing on the upper body.


Example Sentences

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There’s the Total Wireless Weigh-In, which allows fans to take shirtless pictures of themselves flexing the way fighters do at weigh-in the day before they fight.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

In the book, Thayil admits that the band had built a strong live reputation, enhanced by Chris Cornell’s habit of appearing onstage shirtless.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

That didn’t stop the “Tarps Off” throng of shirtless fans at Angel Stadium from chanting Adell’s name after the gaffe against the Rockies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Alongside a shirtless profile photo, he describes himself in his bio as a father and "Fayetteville NC based real estate investor".

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

She followed Mr. Jackson and Jeff, who was still shirtless, into the school.

From "George" by Alex Gino

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