HANGING(S) Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

hangings

noun

plural of hanging

as in dips

a downward slope with a steep hanging like that, the roofers can't be too careful

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Recent Examples of hangings And, as a sign of how sentiments have shifted, a monument was erected in Massachusetts just nine years ago to mark the site of the most famous public hangings – 19 people accused of witchcraft in 1692 Salem. — The Monitor's Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Oct. 2026 Our own history is marked by public hangings, some legally sanctioned and others in violation of moral law. — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 12 Oct. 2026 What about large holes left from wall hangings or TVs; should they be filled in before closing? — Jill Terreri Ramos, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026 Trent Thompson, 58, of Florence, Alabama, says the recent hangings and deaths of Black people led to talk in the Black community about the death this summer of Nolan Xavier Wells. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 Stokes called for answers, especially considering the violent history of race relations in Mississippi and several other hangings in the state. — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026 Their ever-changing gallery artists include oil, watercolor, photography, mixed media, digital art, wall-hangings, textiles, gourds, wood-turning, pottery, jewelry, glasswork, etc. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026 There can be sumptuous frocks and silk wall hangings, but the gaze that gets drawn to them should not be your own. — Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026 The search for gold in the nearby rivers and mountains led to a huge population surge, and a series of frontier justice hangings left the town stuck with its unfortunate name until 1854, when it was renamed Placerville. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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Noun

With the sun setting earlier each day, mood and energy dips are likely to deepen through late fall.

— Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
Enjoy cottage cheese on its own with sweet or savory toppings, or turn it into high-protein dips, soups, and even ice cream.

— Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of dips

Noun

In senior living communities across multiple states, including Arizona and Pennsylvania, Paul has helped reduce falls by up to 72%.

— Lauryn Higgins, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
On Thursday, that included two slip-and-falls that resulted in a 64-yard gain to set up a touchdown and a 21-yard gain on third-and-21 to move the chains and set up another Buccaneers touchdown.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of falls

Noun

For beachside hangs, be sure to pack the Lands’ End Espadrille Beach and Water Shoes, which are made from a waterproof material that’s stylish enough to wear by the water then straight out to dinner.

— Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2026
Their friendship has spanned years of red carpets, late-night hangs and creative collaborations.

— Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of hangs

Noun

But the paint allegedly became slippery in the sun, and three riders, including one known as a master of descents, crashed.

— Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
The relentless Carapaz pressured the American on the descents and put himself in the position to profit.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of descents

Noun

The Picklejus aims for the complete package in mountain running, tackling not just distances greater than 100 miles but also the dramatic uphills and downhills that may come along the way.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
The World Cup continues with two downhills and a super-G in Italy next weekend.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026