1
: extra long
maxiskirt
2
: extra large
maxi-problems
Examples of maxi in a Sentence
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Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
Cala de la Cruz Daphne strapless maxi dress $395
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Vamizi embellished suede sandals
$350
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A noteworthy highlight of this year’s collaboration are the Rodarte designs by Laura and Kate Mulleavy.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2024
Style Shop affordable tennis skirts, maxi dresses, linen pants, and more.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2024
Featuring a boxy, slightly oversized silhouette, this relaxed-fitting top will look great paired with anything from a maxi skirt to a simple pair of slouchy jeans.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
Think: satin, maxi dresses, dramatic necklines, or something with a tailcoat.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2024
This is another maxi dress that’s sure to make a statement, thanks to shimmering gold embroidery and a thigh-high side slit.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 30 Mar. 2024
Since then, autopsy records and oversight reports show that at least two other prisoners have died after stuffing materials — in one case paper and in one case a maxi pad — down their throats before staff intervened.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2024
In addition to holding a maxi pad in place, this underwear contains three pockets to hold soothing gel packs at the stomach, gusset, and lower back.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 21 Mar. 2024
Noun
The lightweight maxi dress comes in various colors and prints and features a flowy design with a high neckline, belted waist, and ruffled hem.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
Cala de la Cruz Daphne strapless maxi dress $395
MODA OPERANDI
Amanu
Vamizi embellished suede sandals
$350
MODA OPERANDI
A noteworthy highlight of this year’s collaboration are the Rodarte designs by Laura and Kate Mulleavy.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2024
Style Shop affordable tennis skirts, maxi dresses, linen pants, and more.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2024
Featuring a boxy, slightly oversized silhouette, this relaxed-fitting top will look great paired with anything from a maxi skirt to a simple pair of slouchy jeans.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
Think: satin, maxi dresses, dramatic necklines, or something with a tailcoat.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2024
This is another maxi dress that’s sure to make a statement, thanks to shimmering gold embroidery and a thigh-high side slit.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 30 Mar. 2024
Since then, autopsy records and oversight reports show that at least two other prisoners have died after stuffing materials — in one case paper and in one case a maxi pad — down their throats before staff intervened.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2024
In addition to holding a maxi pad in place, this underwear contains three pockets to hold soothing gel packs at the stomach, gusset, and lower back.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 21 Mar. 2024
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maxi
noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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