Definition of waistlinenext
as in waist
the middle region of the human torso used a belt to define her waistline

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Recent Examples of waistline Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images As more Americans use GLP-1 weight-loss drugs to shrink their waistlines, retail giants are betting on a bottom-line bump tied to a shift in the way the drugs are priced and purchased. Kevin Williams, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026 As the drugs whittle waistlines, their impact is rippling beyond the bathroom scale and into a surprisingly wide swath of American life. Elyse Moody, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 These shorts feature a flattering high waistline and functional side pockets. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 Research suggests regular bean eaters tend to weigh less and carry smaller waistlines. Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for waistline
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waist
Noun
  • Try the trend with these loose-fitting track pants, which have a drawstring waist and bold stripes down the sides.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026
  • To create more definition, the author sported a black belt around her waist with gold hardware.
    Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 29 Aug. 2026

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“Waistline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistline. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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