Example Sentences

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The brave swimmers will be donning fancy dress to take a dip in the freezing waters of the Firth of Forth.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

The next step will be donning a regular jersey.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2023

And even though he will be donning new colors this season, he told NJ.com he was “heartbroken” after leaving.

From Fox News • May 10, 2019

Fans of the movies shouldn't take this as a sign that Anthony Mackie will be donning the shield anytime soon.

From The Verge • Mar. 26, 2015

Earlier this week, the government showed off new riot gear and body armor that officers will be donning for any unrest.

From Reuters • Feb. 28, 2014