as in waist
the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriff From straight-leg styles that expose just a hint of midriff to bootcut denim straight out of your Y2K fantasies, these are the most chic jeans to wear right now with expert tips from stylists. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2024 Bare midriffs and skin peeking out with the two set ensemble, bandeau tops paired with skirts and skirts from knee-length to mid-to-long are refreshing. David Moin, WWD, 11 Sep. 2024 There are several options to get a similar look to the DCC cheer squad, including this youth costume (with a covered midriff) from the NFL shop for $44.99, this one for pets on Amazon for $22.99 and this adult version for $51.75 on Amazon. Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 9 Sep. 2024 The large, thorny design ran across her midriff, then disappeared into her bikini bottom. Charles Bethea, The New Yorker, 23 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for midriff 

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“Midriff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/midriff. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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