sleeveless
Americanadjective
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without sleeves.
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amounting to nothing; unprofitable; futile.
a sleeveless errand.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of sleeveless
before 950; Middle English; Old English slīeflēas. See sleeve, -less
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There’s Kyle Jackson, a former Kent State player who wears a sleeveless jersey and turns his plate appearances into heart throbby music videos.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
Clad in a sleeveless bright green dress, Anderson, 57, radiates an ageless grace, undeniably sophisticated yet unpretentious in her demeanor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
That’s all the context necessary to appreciate Naomi Osaka removing a ceremonial black skirt and sleeveless beaded bodice ahead of her opening match at the Roland-Garros Complex this week, revealing a sequined gold playing dress.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
It was a chilly day in London, but that didn't stop the stars turning up to Royal Festival Hall in strappy dresses and sleeveless gowns.
From BBC ● May 10, 2026
Toby Smythe, who, by the way, is wearing a sleeveless athletic jersey even though it’s the middle of January, raises both his arms in the air, makes a stupid roaring noise, then sits back down.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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