1
as in to strip
to remove clothing from
I quickly undressed myself and pulled on a set of dry clothes
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2
as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
a self-styled financial investor who was eventually undressed as a con artist running a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of undress
Shortly after, the lawsuit says, Gaiman undressed himself and started to bathe with her.
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
In overtime, Tippett took a feed from Noah Cates and undressed Merzlikins on a backhand, prompting a bench-clearing celebration with his teammates.
—Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Then, Alvarez undressed and proceeded to take a shower with the door and shower curtain open.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Jamie accepts Claire’s soothing words but still takes the opportunity to begin undressing his love and walking her toward their bed.
—Amy Wilkinson, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
In overtime, Tippett took a feed from Noah Cates and undressed Merzlikins on a backhand, prompting a bench-clearing celebration with his teammates.
—Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Then, Alvarez undressed and proceeded to take a shower with the door and shower curtain open.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Jamie accepts Claire’s soothing words but still takes the opportunity to begin undressing his love and walking her toward their bed.
—Amy Wilkinson, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undress
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As the case continues, the court will also weigh a decision to strip protections from Haitians.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
1 Apr. 2025
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His Jesus was a man of moral principles stripped of higher powers.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
1 Apr. 2025
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Raised in a household that welcomed exchange students and missionaries, Branch was exposed to diverse cultures from an early age.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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That means delaying updates could leave you exposed to tricks like doubleclickjacking.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The actress posted for photos on the red carpet in the coat before disrobing to a corset and maxi skirt adorned with lace doilies at the hem.—
WWD Staff,
WWD,
8 Mar. 2025
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The 30-year-old beauty — who appeared naked after disrobing out of a black fur coat to reveal a body-hugging, see-through micro dress — will not be legally charged for indecent exposure or other offenses.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
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The scene in Richard Donner's 1985 adventure comedy The Goonies in which the ragtag group of child explorers finally uncover the mythic pirate ship is one of the film's most unforgettable.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Thanks to a notable statistic uncovered by @WWEStats, this title challenge will mark Cena's tenth WrestleMania championship match, a feat unmatched by any other WWE Superstar.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Undress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undress. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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