bandanna

variants or bandana
as in handkerchief
a scarf worn on the head she uses her colorful print bandanna to keep the hair out of her eyes

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Recent Examples of bandanna That could be a full tablecloth, a runner, or even something as small as a bandana. Katie Akin, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025 Outside of shows, bandanas, fringe bags, and cowboy boots have made their ways into the wardrobes of editors and influencers alike. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025 Additionally, guests can take a short survey and get a free Bronco hat or bandana, which can be customized with patches. Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Sep. 2025 Some showed Rockies pride by wearing purple tutus, bandanas or baseball jerseys. Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bandanna
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handkerchief
Noun
  • Place a handkerchief between the dust bag and hose to capture the ladybugs, then take the vacuum outside and open it to release them.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Your man scent will usually keep small predator animals away; to be doubly sure, tie some personal article like a handkerchief to the meat.
    Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025

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“Bandanna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bandanna. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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