as in caps
a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
in those days, no properly dressed person left home without a hat
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Recent Examples of hats
Trump is a man of many hats In Ward 8, which encompasses Donohue's district, troops have already been assigned to help with food distribution at a soup kitchen, according to Donohue and a National Guard member with knowledge of the deployment.
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
On tables set up in the plaza were candies from Mexico, as well as flags, small hats and boards for Loteria, a game similar to bingo.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Members of the New York Yankees were given permission by MLB to wear FDNY and NYPD hats tonight, honoring the fallen first responders of 9/11.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
That has included Newsom ramping up his social media presence, frequently parodying Trump with the all-caps statements that the president uses, as well as launching a merchandise shop that features many of the slogans Trump has on his signature hats, only with Newsom’s name swapped in.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2025
The combination of mock-medieval silhouettes with all those big hats and acres of fabric in contrast with the lush sets somewhat brings to mind the delirious period pastiche design ethos of the late Derek Jarman, himself a production designer early in his career.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
In more recent years, fleeting trends and other fashion antics sometimes sidetracked Armani, especially on the runway, where aviator hats or tricky pants — from bloomers to loose, low-crotch styles — won him barbs from critics.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Broad-spectrum sunscreen, hats, and lightweight layers help to minimize sun exposure and the risk of photosensitivity.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
The two candidates are the only Republicans who have thrown their hats into the ring so far ahead of the 2026 election, but there are a number of Democrats vying for the position as well, the Tennessean previously reported.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
On tables set up in the plaza were candies from Mexico, as well as flags, small hats and boards for Loteria, a game similar to bingo.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Members of the New York Yankees were given permission by MLB to wear FDNY and NYPD hats tonight, honoring the fallen first responders of 9/11.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
That has included Newsom ramping up his social media presence, frequently parodying Trump with the all-caps statements that the president uses, as well as launching a merchandise shop that features many of the slogans Trump has on his signature hats, only with Newsom’s name swapped in.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2025
The combination of mock-medieval silhouettes with all those big hats and acres of fabric in contrast with the lush sets somewhat brings to mind the delirious period pastiche design ethos of the late Derek Jarman, himself a production designer early in his career.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
In more recent years, fleeting trends and other fashion antics sometimes sidetracked Armani, especially on the runway, where aviator hats or tricky pants — from bloomers to loose, low-crotch styles — won him barbs from critics.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Broad-spectrum sunscreen, hats, and lightweight layers help to minimize sun exposure and the risk of photosensitivity.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
The two candidates are the only Republicans who have thrown their hats into the ring so far ahead of the 2026 election, but there are a number of Democrats vying for the position as well, the Tennessean previously reported.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hats
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Drug coverage changes are possible For prescriptions, patients may see caps on those expensive obesity treatments or limits on who can take them.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
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These tactics rely upon future caps increasing as NFL revenues climb (the cap has increased by about 11 percent annually since 2021).—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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His work has taken off since then, leading him to design helmets for other major programs such as Michigan, Tennessee and BYU, among others.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Sep. 2025
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In the experiments, mice wore electrode helmets while turning a tiny steering wheel to control the movement of a black-and-white striped circle on a screen.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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The ten day adult party is a true Key West creative explosion, featuring a marathon of parties, parades, handmade costumes, headdresses, street fair food, and tropical island energy.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Known for blending art history with contemporary abstraction, Valdés’ works feature striking motifs such as butterflies, geometric headdresses, and reinterpretations of classic female forms.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Ventless hoods don't have ductwork and include a charcoal filter for trapping smoke and odors so that air can be recirculated.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
15 Sep. 2025
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The new Celica is reportedly in part inspired by the Alpine A110, and will have a carbon fiber roof and front and rear hoods.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
4 Sep. 2025
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Swift also shared follow-up photos channeling her showgirl era with rhinestones, feathers and matching headpieces.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The spacious dining room is decked out with Afghan artifacts like native drums and headpieces, and from the ceiling droop hundreds of colorful swatches that are meant to recall poppies.—
John Metcalfe,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Hats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hats. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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