Definition of bannernext
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as in flag
a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling the boat flew a bright red banner for the seaport's harbor festival

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as in slogan
an attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product) after the near accident, the nuclear power station is now operating under the banner of "safety first"

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adjective

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Recent Examples of banner
Noun
For the third consecutive year, the Florida Panthers will be part of a Stanley Cup championship banner-raising to begin the season. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026 Its advanced ad-blocking engine removes banners, pop-ups, and video ads, while privacy protection keeps trackers from collecting your data. Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026
Adjective
Investment banking still holds appeal, especially after a banner fourth quarter. Rochelle Toplensky, WSJ, 3 Mar. 2020 See All Example Sentences for banner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for banner
Noun
  • Opponents say the ambiguous law only intimidates people from using the flag in art, protests or other forms of expression, and could violate constitutional freedom of speech.
    ABC News, ABC News, 17 July 2026
  • Fans were launched into the air, beer shimmered in the sunlight as it was sprayed onto fellow fans, and dozens sang, danced and waved Mexican flags.
    Meredith Nierman, NPR, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • Except the brash arrogance that long lived behind the slogan has taken a bit of a hit in recent years.
    Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Aside from some placards with slogans for her party, there was no indication of who the new occupant was.
    Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Adjective
  • The roofline leaves enough headroom for actual adults, the cargo area is genuinely useful, and visibility remains excellent.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 July 2026
  • City Colleges of Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago State University and National Louis University, among others, have built their reputations on the premise that everyone deserves access to an excellent education.
    Andrea Sáenz, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Adjective
  • As a matter of fact, along this awesome stretch, a sober man would walk and lead a horse — or, better yet, not take a horse at all.
    Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 15 July 2026
  • But this was an awesome opportunity to do something fun, cool and different.
    Ronnie Li, USA Today, 14 July 2026
Adjective
  • There are good footballers, there are great footballers and then there is Messi, who plays as if he has been sent here from another dimension, a superior life form inside the 5ft 7in frame of a normal guy from Rosario, Argentina.
    Oliver Kay, New York Times, 19 July 2026
  • Healthcare's greatest crisis isn't financial or technological.
    Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Adjective
  • The largest, the Koda Suite (named for Leo’s dog), which was once occupied by the Daunt family, is a terrific family option, with two rooms, two bathrooms, tons of space, and its own private pool entrance.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • What’s far more eloquent is the episode with the witch Circe (a terrific Samantha Morton), whose habit of tricking and transforming men into animals is rendered in evocatively physical, body-horror-esque imagery.
    Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 July 2026
Adjective
  • Here was a team that played a beautiful, dominant style of soccer that enthralled the world and stymied opponents on its way to the World Cup final.
    Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • This landmark resort is something of a Bajan institution, with elegant interiors and an awesomely beautiful setting that ensures it is consistently ranked as one of the best hotels in the Caribbean.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
Adjective
  • There was something wonderful about the energy of the space—sprinkled with students diligently studying for final exams.
    Dana Kravis, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • The airline’s business class is well worth the splurge, thanks to the delicious food and beverage offerings, comfortable seats, innovative programs, and wonderful service on board.
    Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

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“Banner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banner. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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