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Recent Examples of handkerchief
Your man scent will usually keep small predator animals away; to be doubly sure, tie some personal article like a handkerchief to the meat.
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Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025
For centuries, islanders lined fishing docks below the castle, waving handkerchiefs at ships setting sail for America.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 14 Sep. 2025
The older Burnett would put on a top hat, a black suit, a red tie and a red handkerchief.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
The heat was now sweltering, my handkerchief sodden with use.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
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Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025
For centuries, islanders lined fishing docks below the castle, waving handkerchiefs at ships setting sail for America.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 14 Sep. 2025
The older Burnett would put on a top hat, a black suit, a red tie and a red handkerchief.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
The heat was now sweltering, my handkerchief sodden with use.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handkerchief
Noun
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Standalone cotton twill, madras, linen, rayon and poplin are light, airy and breathable—and therefore should be avoided at all costs.—
Barry Samaha,
Robb Report,
5 Jan. 2023
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Robbie Kendall was waiting on the steps of the tomb in madras shorts and a light blue polo shirt, his blond hair worn just long enough to suggest surfer without actually looking disreputable.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
12 Dec. 2022
Noun
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An emotionless Hamlin sat in his car, wiping his face with a towel as Larson celebrated with his team.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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A lot of people would just toss in the towel and reset their dreams.—
Rosemary Rossi,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Bowls, beds and bandanas are placed in every pet-friendly room, and dogs are welcome on all outdoor dining terraces.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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The photos were printed out and framed for the couple and gifted alongside a print of the dogs’ paws, dog toys, custom collars, bandanas and an embroidery of the dogs' faces.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Crafted from 100% flatweave linen, Sferra’s classic Festival dinner napkin will quickly become the most versatile napkin in your tablescape arsenal.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
23 Oct. 2025
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If your napkin is saturated in grease, soaking it in a diluted vinegar mixture will help remove the greasy feel and smell while also softening the fibers.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Handkerchief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handkerchief. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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