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as in dangles
to place on an elevated point without support from below
hang your coats on the coat rack in the hall
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as in droops
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
as they neared the end of the long, hard march all but the most hardy were hanging, and some could barely put one foot in front of the other
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as in hovers
to rest or move along the surface of a liquid or in the air
hanging just above the horizon was a little pink cloud
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as in rests
to find a basis
that's very slim evidence upon which to hang a theory
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as in falls
a downward slope
proceeded carefully on snowshoes down the steep hang
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Recent Examples of hangs
Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
The shadow of Goya, also from Aragón, hangs over many shots.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
For extra sparkle, a dangly charm hangs from one shoe featuring the original Converse Chuck Taylor logo with Hello Kitty peeking out playfully from the top.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
As the conflict unfolds, the question that hangs over Washington is the same one that has haunted Commanders in Chief for generations.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Across the room hangs a 19th-century portrait by French artist Marie Félix Hippolyte-Lucas, its restrained elegance forming a classical foil to the Renoir.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The Nuggets still miss Aaron Gordon, the Thunder have been hemorrhaging guards, and a potential Jayson Tatum return hangs over the Celtics’ playoff picture.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Zamani said that even amid the jubilation, fear hangs over the diaspora.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
Cornman is sixty-eight, with brown hair, streaked with gray, that hangs below his shoulders.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Mar. 2026
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
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ Bluetooth Speaker is built for backyard hangs and big barbeques.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
Peek-a-Boo (Finding Nemo) Boo's mobile hangs above the dentist's chair, and one of her drawings can be seen on a cabinet when Nigel flies in to rescue Nemo.
—Kelly Connolly, EW.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
The crucifix hangs over Holy Spirit in Winfield.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
The shadow of Goya, also from Aragón, hangs over many shots.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
For extra sparkle, a dangly charm hangs from one shoe featuring the original Converse Chuck Taylor logo with Hello Kitty peeking out playfully from the top.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
As the conflict unfolds, the question that hangs over Washington is the same one that has haunted Commanders in Chief for generations.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Across the room hangs a 19th-century portrait by French artist Marie Félix Hippolyte-Lucas, its restrained elegance forming a classical foil to the Renoir.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The Nuggets still miss Aaron Gordon, the Thunder have been hemorrhaging guards, and a potential Jayson Tatum return hangs over the Celtics’ playoff picture.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Zamani said that even amid the jubilation, fear hangs over the diaspora.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
Cornman is sixty-eight, with brown hair, streaked with gray, that hangs below his shoulders.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Noun
Placing an emphasis on entertaining, the pad is especially primed for outdoor hangs.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Mar. 2026
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
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ Bluetooth Speaker is built for backyard hangs and big barbeques.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
Peek-a-Boo (Finding Nemo) Boo's mobile hangs above the dentist's chair, and one of her drawings can be seen on a cabinet when Nigel flies in to rescue Nemo.
—Kelly Connolly, EW.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangs
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Popularized by Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw in season three of Sex and the City, the Saddle Bag also dangles off the arms of A-listers like Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, and Taylor Swift.—
Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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During that film's climactic biplane battle between Cruise's Ethan Hunt and Esai Morales' villainous Gabriel, Cruise dangles mid-air from a seatbelt as the plane flips upside down.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Jan. 2026
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Regulatory hurdles could slow deployment, and the long-term success of microgrids likely depends on whether their power sources are both reliable and sustainable.—
April Roach,Gaelle Legrand,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Service for products on the vintage list depends on spare parts availability, whereas Apple does not provide hardware service or parts for products on the obsolete list.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
11 Mar. 2026
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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The cream should hold a soft, semi-sturdy peak that gently droops at the tip without collapsing entirely.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
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The first three tracks proceed like this, with Rubio doing jazz runs through a gauntlet of chipmunk effects while the music hovers in midair as if sourced from a Galaxie 500 record stuck in a locked groove.—
Daniel Bromfield,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
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Though much of his dip in performance last season can be tied to poor quarterback play and inconsistent pass protection from the offensive line, Hockenson hovers closer to the middle tier of tight ends.—
Zach Powell,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Of course, all of this discussion rests on the belief that contractual prohibitions are the load-bearing factor for preventing an AI system from being used for mass domestic surveillance or autonomous weapons.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
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His advice largely unheeded, state party Chairman Rusty Hicks on Thursday said the fate of a Democratic victory now rests squarely on the gubernatorial candidates who flouted him.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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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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The next big weather maker swings through the area on Tuesday, causing the chance of severe weather.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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While the materiality swings largely, from resin to beech, the consistency of the tones gives an orderly look to the home which is very important for small spaces.—
Giada Storelli,
Architectural Digest,
7 Mar. 2026
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Their constant companion in the campaign is the Amazona 180 bag that made its debut on the Loewe runway last October, a slouchy, one-handle style that sags open when left unzipped.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Unlike your average and typical pillow that sags over time, this one has hotel-like appeal because of its precise border for a structured, refined look.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Hangs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hangs. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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