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 Consider nail-free wall hangings, like the ones TilePix and Walgreens are have partnered to produce; simply affix them with magnetic wall pads. — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 Specialist decorators have spent thousands of hours painstakingly refreshing the paintwork, reupholstering the furnishings, and replacing the silk wall-hangings with fabric that matches the designs from over seven decades earlier. — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 29 July 2026 The revamp also involved replacing the coral velvet wall hangings with green silk damask and updating the gallery’s lighting. — Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 9 July 2026 The elegant, minimalist light pendants feel very Japanese, as do the large tatami mat–slash–window seats and ceramic wall hangings repaired with gold à la kintsugi. — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 Over time, her work expanded to include glass and brass mobiles and wall hangings, which are now sold in independent shops and museum gift stores across the country. — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026 Iran on Tuesday executed a man convicted of armed rebellion, the judiciary said, the latest in a wave of hangings since war broke out with the United States and Israel. — CBS News, 12 May 2026 The wall hangings shimmer and shift with the sunlight. — Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 9 May 2026 Doll is a third-generation San Josean whose novel is based on actual events, including the infamous 1933 hangings in the park. — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 1 May 2026

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Noun

Jalapeños, guacamole, salsas recalled Products including various jalapeños, guacamole, salsas and dips have been recalled across dozens of state in connection to an ongoing salmonella outbreak.

— Melina Khan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Very simply put, fade the rips and buy the dips has led to much near-term success.

— Jay Woods, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of dips

Noun

That’s partly because poor balance often leads to falls, which, for older adults, can initiate a domino effect of physical and mental decline.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Those who keep it are less likely to experience falls, have better heart health, and are generally more likely to live longer, healthier lives.

— Mike McRae August 24, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Noun

Their friendship has spanned years of red carpets, late-night hangs and creative collaborations.

— Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
The breathable fabric blend and slip-on style are perfect for beach hangs and city explorations alike, and help to wick away sweat throughout the day.

— Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 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