She adjusted the hem of her skirt before stepping onto the stage.

We painted the old skirting-boards to match the new floor.

We replaced the old skirting boards with fresh ones before installing the new carpet.

She kept skirting around the main issue during the meeting, hoping no one would press her for details.

We need to paint the skirting-board before installing the new carpet.

Please repaint the skirting board before the guests arrive, because it's starting to look scuffed.

She collected bits of skirt from the costume trunk to patch the doll's outfit.

He referred to her as a bit of skirt, dismissing her ideas and achievements.

Before sealing the roof, the contractor inspected the skirt flashing beneath the skylight to ensure it properly covered the top edge of the base flashing and protected the fasteners.

She wore a pencil skirt and a crisp white blouse to the interview, feeling confident with every step.