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A circular knit blank for use in the manufacture of undergarments and the garments so manufactured comprising a tubular knit body having an elastomeric yarn on selected courses, wherein said tubular body contains at least one area of control that has a stitch pattern increasing its modulus by about

A circular knit blank for use in the manufacture of undergarments and the garments so manufactured comprising a tubular knit body having an elastomeric yarn on selected courses, wherein said tubular body contains at least one area of control that has a stitch pattern increasing its modulus by about 8%, to provide a balance of comfort and control. The stitch pattern is preferably a 1 by 1 alternating tuck.

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[ What we claim is:] [1.]1. A circular knit blank for use in the manufacture of undergarments comprising a tubular knit fabric having a first stitch pattern and a second stitch pattern with each stitch pattern having an elastomeric yarn knitted therein, said second stitch pattern being a tightening

[ What we claim is:] [1.]1. A circular knit blank for use in the manufacture of undergarments comprising a tubular knit fabric having a first stitch pattern and a second stitch pattern with each stitch pattern having an elastomeric yarn knitted therein, said second stitch pattern being a tightening and alternating tuck stitch pattern that forms at least one area of control that increases the modulus of said tubular knit fabric.