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Recent Examples of miter
Vestments: amice, alb, cincture, and simple white miter.
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
These included his miter and crozier, a pouch of commemorative coins, an official papal document known as the Rogito, a rosary and his fisherman's ring.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2025
The late pontiff was laid out in red robes, a bishop’s pointed miter and a rosary entwined in his hands.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Saturday's events At 8.30 a.m. on Saturday, archbishops and bishops will gather at the Braccio di Costantino in the Vatican, wearing the amice and alb white liturgical vestments, the rope-like cincture worn around the waist, and a simple white miter on their heads.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
These included his miter and crozier, a pouch of commemorative coins, an official papal document known as the Rogito, a rosary and his fisherman's ring.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2025
The late pontiff was laid out in red robes, a bishop’s pointed miter and a rosary entwined in his hands.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Saturday's events At 8.30 a.m. on Saturday, archbishops and bishops will gather at the Braccio di Costantino in the Vatican, wearing the amice and alb white liturgical vestments, the rope-like cincture worn around the waist, and a simple white miter on their heads.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miter
Noun
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now the first American Pope, is seen here receiving his biretta from Pope Francis at the Vatican on Sept. 30, 2023.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
9 May 2025
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Instead of the usual thousands, only 10 guests per cardinal were allowed in St. Peter's Basilica as the pope gave the men their ring and traditional red hat, known as a biretta.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
28 Nov. 2020
Noun
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Nashville police said in a release 31-year-old Ashley Sells was the driver of a Dodge Charger that video evidence showed was performing doughnuts while Shannon Kilgore was laying on the hood.—
Ruben Montoya,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Aug. 2025
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The top included a hood that draped down into a high neckline, while the floor-length skirt featured a sculptural roll of padding around the waistband, creating a flared look at her hips.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In addition to his priestly robes, Pohlmeier wore a violet zucchetto, or skull cap, and a golden pectoral cross.—
Frank E. Lockwood,
Arkansas Online,
30 May 2022
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After a couple of minutes, he was given his own zucchetto, and left the stage, to applause.—
Paul Elie,
The New Yorker,
27 Oct. 2021
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Other toques on the U.S Open roster include Pat LaFrieda, Josh Capon, Robbie Felice, David Burke, and Alex Guarnaschelli.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
5 Aug. 2025
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After boarding, fruit juice and water were offered before takeoff, and I was presented with a menu for the meal ahead by an attendant clad in a chef’s white coat and toque.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
10 July 2025
Noun
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The blue headpiece closely resembled the traditional Sikh turban, prompting backlash from Sikh communities in India and elsewhere.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Yves Saint Laurent sent turbans down the runway with flowing gowns.—
Manvir Singh,
New Yorker,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Like the self-portrait, Ezekiel’s sculpture portrays Titian with his head cocked toward his right shoulder, a lapel tucked underneath his coat, chains hanging around his neck, and his long beard and skullcap.—
Samantha Baskind,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 May 2025
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Here, visitors can see blue skullcaps, Fendler’s meadow-rues, saniculas, Johnny jump-ups, bush lupines, monkey flowers, globe lilies, California poppies, bird’s eyes, and wallflowers.—
Deb Hopewell,
AFAR Media,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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John Cena fez a alegria dos fãs mexicanos ao vestir máscara de Lucha Libre no Palco Omelete.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 June 2025
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Still, Smith takes our mid-position, for his fez, bow-tie, and an impressive three-year tenure. 5.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Alvin’s Island Made—Hot Pepper Hot Sauce: Made from fruity Scotch bonnet peppers, this small-batch Caribbean-style sauce packs the heat and flavor.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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Mamdani win sends Dem shockwaves Shake Shack’s Dubai chocolate shake 🎤️ NATO SUMMIT The bee in Trump’s bonnet: The White House has spent today disputing several news outlets’ reporting that the U.S. strikes against Iran did not decimate the country’s nuclear program.—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
25 June 2025
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“Miter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miter. Accessed 13 Aug. 2025.
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