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
Instead, opt for wall hangings, artwork, a fun wall color, or wallpaper to add a little flair to your kitchen space without filling your counters with unnecessary things.
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Cori Sears, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
Suites come with private pools and artworks such as Nafsika Keke’s photographs depicting a surrealist waterworld and Dania Kotsaki’s bespoke bamboo wall hangings.
—Jemima Sissons, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
Activists warned that hangings of detainees could come soon.
—Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
The comments by Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei came as activists had warned hangings of those detained could come soon.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Rooms that seem overtly themed with Moroccan pillows and 1970s wall hangings need a breather.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Details include original Benaki Museum wall hangings, and complimentary welcome drinks and suitcase unpacking service upon arrival.
—Sarah Souli, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Other small accents, such as these charming glass jars, mounted sconces, and floral wall hangings, are subtle yet impactful touches that can give any room new life.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025
The state soon ended hangings in town squares, a practice that affected mostly Black people.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Cori Sears, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
Suites come with private pools and artworks such as Nafsika Keke’s photographs depicting a surrealist waterworld and Dania Kotsaki’s bespoke bamboo wall hangings.
—Jemima Sissons, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
Activists warned that hangings of detainees could come soon.
—Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
The comments by Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei came as activists had warned hangings of those detained could come soon.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Rooms that seem overtly themed with Moroccan pillows and 1970s wall hangings need a breather.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Details include original Benaki Museum wall hangings, and complimentary welcome drinks and suitcase unpacking service upon arrival.
—Sarah Souli, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Other small accents, such as these charming glass jars, mounted sconces, and floral wall hangings, are subtle yet impactful touches that can give any room new life.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025
The state soon ended hangings in town squares, a practice that affected mostly Black people.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangings
Noun
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Mix hummus into dips or sauces.—
Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
4 Mar. 2026
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When macro and structural drivers are this powerful, dips tend to attract fresh buying and the broader upward trend resumes.—
Aly J Yale,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Strength training for seniors helps promote stronger bones and joints and can reduce the risk of injury, including hazardous falls.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The location for The 78 falls between the two stops.—
Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Other indoor amenities include a wooden study with floor-to-ceiling bookcases, a finished basement for casual hangs, and a sauna.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
17 Dec. 2025
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Best Top and Sweater Deals ‘Tis the season for cute, cozy sweaters and tops that work for both casual hangs and holiday outings.—
Amber Love Bond,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The female athlete starts first, making two ascents, two descents and one section on foot.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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The relay course is slightly bigger and involves two accents and two descents per lap.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The World Cup continues with two downhills and a super-G in Italy next weekend.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The prospect of Shiffrin pairing with Lindsey Vonn, who’s excelled in the downhills this season, to fight for USA gold surely has NBC execs salivating.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
29 Jan. 2026
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