mid-rise

adjective

ˈmid-ˌrīz

-ˈrīz

: being approximately 5 to 10 stories high

mid-rise condominiums

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The flattering and timeless cut that features a mid-rise waist and ankle-length hem. — Tessa Petak, InStyle, 23 June 2026 Designed with a classic ‘90s mid-rise and a loose, straight fit with the perfect amount of leg bagginess, these jeans will look amazing on everyone. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2026 The mid-rise design offers ample coverage for your midsection, while the 6-inch inseam is the perfect length for summer outfits. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 Lucky Brand’s 410 model has gone on sale — all the more reason to cosign its deep indigo wash, contrast stitching, mid-rise waist, and subtle slouch. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mid-rise

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1967, in the meaning defined above

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