Synonyms of dangling

dangling 1 of 2

adjective

as in hanging

extending freely from a support from above

there was a dangling banner in one corner of the room

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hanging
• suspended
• pendent
• dependent
• drooping
• flagging
• pendulous
• sagging
• wilting
• lolling

dangling

2 of 2

verb

present participle of dangle

as in swinging

to place on an elevated point without support from below

he dangled the string in front of the cat, hoping that it was in the mood for play

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hanging
• swinging
• slinging
• suspending
• hooking
• stringing
• mounting
• draping
• pinning
• protruding
• jutting
• tacking
• projecting
• extending (out)
• overhanging
• depending
• sticking out
• festooning
• garlanding
• cascading
• balancing
• falling
• poising

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dangling

Adjective

Kelly wore a bright orange Roland Mouret midi dress, paired with light brown stiletto heels and matching jewelry, including multiple rings and small dangling earrings. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

The three cats quickly get distracted, though, by the dangling, bright lightbulb and string hanging above them. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 11 June 2026

While the design here is emphatically traditional, a dose of modern whimsy comes through with a dangling, multi-floor chandelier loosely inspired by jellyfish. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2026

Cernan, the junior pilot, was outside, dangling—actually spinning, tumbling, and flailing—at the end of a long umbilical cord, completely unable to control his movements. — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 11 Nov. 2025

Naru aside, Killer of Killers and Badlands have left a few dangling story threads. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025

Verb

His left ear, which had been left dangling around his chin, was sewn back into place. — Jan Thacker, Outdoor Life, 3 Sep. 2026

But its real essence is pure escapism, whether dangling from a mountain while rappelling or relaxing in the impeccable spa with its energizing hammam rituals and fragrant frankincense oils. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

Wearing a gray designer t-shirt and a pair of dangling gold Jesus pieces, Lee looked like a colonoscopy would’ve been less invasive. — Jeff Weiss, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2026

Local governments are also hosting matchmaking events for Korean singles, even dangling monetary rewards for couples who marry after meeting at the event. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026

The truck overturned near Hirschdale, and its cab was left dangling about 80 feet over the roadway while damaging the freeway railing, according to an incident log. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Two people were rescued from the cab of a semi that crashed on an Interstate 71 overpass and was dangling from the top of a bridge, according to Cincinnati Fire Department Assistant Chief Matt Flagler. — Aaron Valdez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2026

Third in the collection is Kylie, a frame that combines modern styling with Y2K influence that's finished with dangling silver charms. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026

College sports’ current arms race of money, along with unrestricted transfers, is threatening to shut out rising challengers like UConn football, with rich teams now dangling lucrative offers and raiding talent like never before. — U.s. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026