masques

variants also masks
Definition of masquesnext
plural of masque

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of masques Not all sleep masks are created equal, and this adjustable eye mask from Manta is proof. Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 Heated electric sinus masks are typically controlled via a remote, which is attached to the heated electric sinus mask by wire. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026 The federal judge’s ruling provides California with a clear legal pathway to ban masks for all law enforcement officers, including state officers, because the court determined that discrimination—not the mask ban itself—was unconstitutional. Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for masques
Noun
  • This multitasking piece masquerades as a comfortable bench, but is also the ultimate decluttering companion in a busy room.
    Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
  • Urgency masquerades as importance, and decisions get made from activation rather than alignment.
    Susan Parsons, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • At one time, the GABF annually drew upward of 60,000 people to the Convention Center over three days each fall, with dozens and dozens of local bars, breweries and restaurants hosting their own events, beer tappings and mini-festivals.
    Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
  • Here is a running list of upcoming festivals and events centered around soccer this summer.
    Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • This year’s celebrations include main events in Los Angeles on June 14, Chicago on June 20 and 21, San Francisco on June 27 and New York on June 28.
    Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
  • SoFlo Festivals, Fairs & Festivities gives you a monthly look ahead to celebrations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties.
    Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Nantucket’s town/county government is still scheduled to hold its Independence Day festivities, with a fireworks display capping off the day-long celebration.
    Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026
  • The city has added another option, likely aimed at local attendees who would like to drive and park during the soccer celebration festivities.
    PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Noun
  • Silk pillowcases may also help extend the lifespan of blowouts, reduce bedhead, and create a smoother overall appearance.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
  • This hot-air brush claims to give salon-level blowouts easily and quickly at home.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Noun
  • London, Atlanta's first-round draft pick in 2022, has 309 receptions for 3,961 yards and 22 touchdowns in four seasons.
    CBS News, CBS News, 3 June 2026
  • Atwell pulled down three receptions that would have produced at least 65 yards during the situational period.
    Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • Wild and kitschy shows followed with opening fetes dedicated to colorful subjects including Andy Warhol, circus clowns, and Canadian television creators and puppeteers Sid and Marty Krofft.
    Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
  • The calendar fills with village fetes around this time of year, and none are brighter than February’s Combat Naval Fleuri (Floral Naval Battle) when the region’s traditional wooden fishing boats are decorated in golden mimosas and other winter blooms.
    Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Over the course of a week and half, the fest offers a mind-boggling selection of feature films (118 in all, including a record 103 world premieres), short films, television shows, galas, talks, podcast recordings, and even a Vulture Festival at the Tribeca Festival.
    Jason Bailey, Vulture, 27 May 2026
  • Luckily, similar to recent amfAR galas here, the weather fitted like long sleeve satin gloves.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 22 May 2026

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“Masques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masques. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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