armband
noun
arm·band
ˈärm-ˌband 
: a band worn around the arm
especially
: a band worn around the arm for identification or in mourning
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School officials said athletes will also wear tributes in their honor, including helmet stickers, black armbands, and bracelets supporting Jamison's recovery.
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Christopher Harris, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Previously, centre-back Gabriel has been next in line to wear the armband.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Indian Premier League team the Mumbai Indians wore black armbands and observed a minute’s silence to commemorate her yesterday evening.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
The pop star wore the armbands largely as a symbol of helping children in need.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
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Christopher Harris, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Previously, centre-back Gabriel has been next in line to wear the armband.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Indian Premier League team the Mumbai Indians wore black armbands and observed a minute’s silence to commemorate her yesterday evening.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
The pop star wore the armbands largely as a symbol of helping children in need.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Armband.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armband. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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