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a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd
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Recent Examples of lids
The artistry hinged on soft black liner framing the eyes, a pop of copper shimmer on the lids, and skin that radiated health.
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Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
My husband drilled holes in the lids to fit the net pots.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
That’s why this set of lids has quickly become one of my favorite purchases.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
For a longer journey, Johnson is impartial to his Osprey Aether pack for its airscape back panels, floating lids, and signature Fit on the Fly adjustments.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
But Instant also makes the Duo Crisp 8-Quart and Pro pressure/multi cooker models with lids and basket attachments that turn them into air fryers.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
Containers holding garlic, parsley and baking powder were open and lacked lids.
—Sacbee.com, 10 Sep. 2025
From Practicality to Personality Butter dishes have a long history; early designs often featured lids or even ice chambers to prevent spoilage.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
For her glam, the star wore blush pink tones on her lips and cheeks to match the hint of pink in her dress and added a sultry flick of eyeliner across her lids.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
My husband drilled holes in the lids to fit the net pots.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
That’s why this set of lids has quickly become one of my favorite purchases.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
For a longer journey, Johnson is impartial to his Osprey Aether pack for its airscape back panels, floating lids, and signature Fit on the Fly adjustments.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
But Instant also makes the Duo Crisp 8-Quart and Pro pressure/multi cooker models with lids and basket attachments that turn them into air fryers.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
Containers holding garlic, parsley and baking powder were open and lacked lids.
—Sacbee.com, 10 Sep. 2025
From Practicality to Personality Butter dishes have a long history; early designs often featured lids or even ice chambers to prevent spoilage.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
For her glam, the star wore blush pink tones on her lips and cheeks to match the hint of pink in her dress and added a sultry flick of eyeliner across her lids.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lids
Noun
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Sheer fabrications have taken off this year, and these scarf-detail tops are an easy way to add interest and color all at once.—
Libby Page,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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West Virginia was tops at $883 monthly, then North Dakota at $980, Iowa at $981, Arkansas at $982, and Mississippi at $990.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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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
Noun
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The Cure covers are available in digital and physical editions, and will be included on her live set.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Three 5-gallon containers of protein lacked covers and a mesh bag of onions was stored directly on the floor inside the walk-in refrigerator.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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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
Noun
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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
Noun
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In New York City, local laws now require buildings over a certain size to include green roofs or solar panels.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Over the past three years, the city has begun to address long-overdue repairs, reopening pools, restoring lighting, and fixing building roofs, efforts that were largely neglected during Hernandez’s administration.—
Veronica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At his family's home, window coverings were drawn and a pickup blocked access to the driveway.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Sep. 2025
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Laura Ashley is also collaborating with Brewers, a Royal Warrant holder, on other wall coverings that feature re-colored classics and current bestselling designs.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Lids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lids. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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