drawstring
noun
draw·string
ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ 
: a string, cord, or tape inserted into hems or casings or laced through eyelets for use in closing a bag or controlling fullness in garments or curtains
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The shorts also have a zipper and flap pocket on either hip to store your small belongings, and it’s built with an elastic waistband and drawstring for an adjustable fit.
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Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2026
Last week, the singer stepped out in Paris wearing wide-leg white pants with a foldover waistband and drawstring ties.
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Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Elevate their look by concealing their sneakily comfortable drawstring waistband under your favorite sweater or blouse—and voilà, a sophisticated ensemble sans the effort.
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Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
The square-neck tank top comes with matching sweat shorts, complete with pockets and a drawstring.
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Julia Fields,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
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Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2026
Last week, the singer stepped out in Paris wearing wide-leg white pants with a foldover waistband and drawstring ties.
—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Elevate their look by concealing their sneakily comfortable drawstring waistband under your favorite sweater or blouse—and voilà, a sophisticated ensemble sans the effort.
—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
The square-neck tank top comes with matching sweat shorts, complete with pockets and a drawstring.
—
Julia Fields,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
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“Drawstring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drawstring. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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drawstring
noun
draw·string
ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ
: a string, cord, or tape used to close a bag, control fullness in clothes, or open or close curtains
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