How to Use cape in a Sentence

cape

noun
Definition of capenext
Synonyms for capenext
  • The Princess looked chic in a Valentino wool cape, and Natan blouse and trousers.
    — Town & Country, 25 Apr. 2023
  • But here's the twist: There's a Bears logo on his chest and cape.
    — Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 2 Sep. 2023
  • The dress, cape, and veil are designed to make a statement.
    — Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 July 2023
  • The hat has a UPF 50+ rating and features a 3-inch brim and 6-inch neck cape to shield against the sun’s rays.
    — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
  • The train was attached at the shoulders for a cape-like effect.
    — Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Titian’s approach was to make the part of the cape that’s behind the curtain darker than the part that isn’t.
    — Washington Post, 20 July 2023
  • The actor went on to star in the sequel Batman Returns and will don the cape and cowl once more in The Flash.
    — Shania Russell, EW.com, 2 June 2023
  • Keep warm and cozy (and look very stylish) with this boho chic cape by Woolrich.
    — Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2023
  • One fan, wearing a green-and-gold cape, walked around with a giant QR code taped to his chest.
    — Naaman Zhou, The New Yorker, 28 July 2023
  • Fury of the Gods director David F. Sandberg is ready to hang up his cape.
    — Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Mar. 2023
  • And that takes wearing superhero capes, but not the tights.
    — Helene Elliott, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The haute couture metallic silver lamé gown featured a large bow across the bust and a long cape that draped down to the floor.
    — Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Latifah’s cape flowed all the way down to the stage floor and included two black stripes across the stark white train.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 16 Nov. 2023
  • The rapper even hangs out with the Grim Reaper in the music video for the song and wears a crimson hooded cape and matching gown.
    — Zoe Guy, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2023
  • That night, Van Oort had on a sleek black wig and a cape; the board’s clerk wore a cheerful yellow flower in her hair.
    — Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The top part of her look featured a crisscross silhouette and cape sleeves.
    — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023
  • The all-white suit-and-tie look was elevated due to its open back and a cape with a long, floral train.
    — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 2 May 2023
  • Florence Pugh stepped out in something rarely seen on any red carpet: shorts...and a cape.
    — Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 12 Mar. 2023
  • The keeper’s quarters are cape style wood frame buildings with gabled roofs.
    — Travis Andersen, BostonGlobe.com, 26 May 2023
  • In line with the Princess of Wales' attire, the Duchess of Edinburgh also donned a blue and red cape over her gown, a nod to the colors of the union jack.
    — Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 7 May 2023
  • Simple clothes hang loose, such as capes, cloaks or loincloths.
    — Ian Gilligan, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Apr. 2023
  • The solution: accessorize it with a teal cape and gloves.
    — Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 22 June 2023
  • The Traitors is essentially the sleepover game Mafia, plus capes.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2024
  • After Thompson homered, teammates decked him out in a cape and placed a crown on his head.
    — José M. Romero, The Arizona Republic, 11 Mar. 2023
  • And then the Queen of the Night appeared in silver sequins, surrounded by a whole court in capes of metallic fringe.
    — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2023
  • Players are draped in a special cape and Viking-style hat after hitting a home run.
    — Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 23 June 2023
  • If your cat will tolerate a hat, keep it classic with a witch’s hat and cape costume.
    — Missy Boylan, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
  • The cape had a tight sleeve that turned into a glove around her middle finger and was composed of vintage lace.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Inspired by the hit movie, Elsa rocks her signature side braid, long cape, and sparkling gown.
    — Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024
  • The mother of four wore a taffeta cape designed with a long train, which was tied at the waist and draped over a black DNA lingerie bodysuit.
    — David Chiu, Peoplemag, 11 July 2023

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