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Recent Examples of masques
Not all sleep masks are created equal, and this adjustable eye mask from Manta is proof.
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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
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
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Bias masquerades as opinion, with no guidance and no intent to help.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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Burnout masquerades as ambition.—
Kelly Ehlers,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Despite major changes this year to timing and logistics, SXSW will again spotlight comedy and action films that other festivals don’t show, as well as be a hotbed for discovery of new talent.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Fredericksburg still wears its German heritage on its sleeve, evident throughout Main Street architecture and a lively cluster of biergartens and long-running seasonal festivals.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The visit comes shortly after the capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, an event that sparked celebrations at El Arepazo and throughout Doral's large Venezuelan-American population.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Here in South Florida, Chai Lifeline Southeast offers programs and services like retreats, volunteer opportunities and holiday celebrations, including their annual Purim bowling bash.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The festivities feature the Apple@50 TechFest, an all-day event March 28 with special activities and experiences included with museum admission as well as hands-on workshops with vintage Apple computers.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The festivities didn't stop there.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Pascal Siakam scored 26 points and Andrew Nembhard had 17 for the Pacers (15-48), who have lost eight straight since the All-Star break, including five consecutive blowouts.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Lancers lost nine of 10 in December, including blowouts by 30, 41 and 47 points.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Primarily a blocking tight end, Sims has only been targeted 17 times in his career, making 11 receptions for 93 yards.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, though, Krull led all Denver tight ends in receptions with 19.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
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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
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Just as Ann predicted, Carolyn’s life is now reduced to going to galas at the Guggenheim and being called a c- - - by strange men.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Community events such as fundraising galas also provide opportunities for supporters to participate in strengthening the district’s classrooms.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Masques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masques. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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