rugs

plural of rug, slang
as in wigs
a headpiece made of natural or synthetic hair usually worn to cover a bald area get a load of that bald guy's rug—who does he think he's fooling?

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Recent Examples of rugs Deep silk rugs, rich green tones, warm wood accents, vintage furnishings and oversized black-and-white Hollywood photography fill the grand-scale rooms, creating spaces that feel both glamorous and inviting. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026 Upstairs is Rex Cafe, a sunlit room filled with large comfy seating, area rugs, plants, and vintage decorations on the wall. Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026 Its Mop Master system scrubs with downward pressure at 180 RPM and auto-lifts on carpets to keep rugs dry. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026 Knowing the measurements of your furniture pieces and rooms will also help determine the best sizes for rugs and other decor. The Spruce, 12 July 2026 For that, the designer, who’s based in both New York and Wyoming, suggests incorporating more straightforward elements, such as natural wood and neutral rugs, to ensure the room feels composed rather than overly decorated. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026 Billingsley said his crews were able to save some of the family’s possessions with tarps and rugs, but the Merazes have been advised that any clothing or furniture that still smells like smoke needs to be disposed of. Noah Daly july 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 July 2026 Performance rugs might instantly bring patios to mind, but what better place for one than the kitchen? Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 July 2026 All guest rooms and suites now display curated colorful artwork by local artists and most suites have elegant hardwood floors and colorful area rugs, though room designs can vary greatly. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
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wigs
Noun
  • The set, costumes, props, wigs and makeup all worked together to transport the actors to that otherworldly spot.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
  • Some 1,037 Marilyn lookalikes of every gender in white halter dresses and platinum blonde wigs congregated in downtown Palm Springs.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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“Rugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rugs. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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