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Recent Examples of hilt
Fire dances off the hilt of the katana in her hand.
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Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
The three were: the original stunt lightsaber prop used by Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi, as well as an original bladed lightsaber prop used by Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn and an original lightsaber hilt prop, screen-used by Darth Maul (played by Ray Park) in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 29 July 2025
From hilt to blade, the sword is adorned with rich symbolism.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
Taken to its hilt, there was Bianca Censori’s jarring Grammys attire.
—The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
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Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
The three were: the original stunt lightsaber prop used by Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi, as well as an original bladed lightsaber prop used by Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn and an original lightsaber hilt prop, screen-used by Darth Maul (played by Ray Park) in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 29 July 2025
From hilt to blade, the sword is adorned with rich symbolism.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
Taken to its hilt, there was Bianca Censori’s jarring Grammys attire.
—The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hilt
Noun
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The knee-high Lidia boots featured smooth black nappa leather with a close shaft and inner side zip.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Reviewers say the boots have a great grip, even on slick sidewalks, and love that the higher shaft helps block out splashes and snowbanks.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Ugg Women's Mini Bailey Bow II Boot There’s a sweet surprise on the back of this Ugg Mini Boot—a satin bow that adds a playful element to one of Ugg’s core styles.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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Motifs inspired by seasonal lingerie—lace, bows, hearts, lips, and all—make your feelings for the holiday, and your possible intentions for the evening, just clear enough.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But Bass had appeared to avoid heavyweight challengers before Raman’s announcement threw the mayoral race for a loop.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Feb. 2026
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The bridge will complete the popular trail’s full 10-mile loop.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Hilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hilt. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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