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: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only
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Throughout the case, Cruz appeared in court wearing protective restraint mittens handcuffed in place.
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Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Best for attaching ridgelines to trees: Siberian Hitch Historically used by the Evenk people of Siberia who needed to tie knots while wearing thick mittens, the Siberian Hitch (also known as the Evenk Knot) is handy in cold climates.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 4 Mar. 2025
According to Austin, these are more sensory-friendly since mittens are easier to put on and take off.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 20 Feb. 2025
While a scarf and winter hat are wardrobe staples, gloves and mittens are also cold-weather essentials.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Best for attaching ridgelines to trees: Siberian Hitch Historically used by the Evenk people of Siberia who needed to tie knots while wearing thick mittens, the Siberian Hitch (also known as the Evenk Knot) is handy in cold climates.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 4 Mar. 2025
According to Austin, these are more sensory-friendly since mittens are easier to put on and take off.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 20 Feb. 2025
While a scarf and winter hat are wardrobe staples, gloves and mittens are also cold-weather essentials.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Mitten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mitten. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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