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
For larger items — refrigerators, sofas, beds, big rugs.
—
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
My apartment had turned into a high-stakes obstacle course where my expensive area rugs were constantly being held hostage by my damp, dirty mop pad.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of the patio consisting of a grill and a couple of chairs, patios are mirroring interiors and serving as full outdoor living rooms complete with comfy seating, fireplaces, mounted TVs, rugs, lamps, and accessories.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
Find table linens, throw blankets, chair cushions, wall art, and area rugs in the darling pattern that nail the sweet spot between nostalgic and trendy.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
When not splashed with colorful tiles, the floors are covered in handmade rugs; ornate decor shipped from Alexandria brings old-world charm; intricate crown molding highlights the tall, stately ceilings.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Marble and glass surfaces abound, as do velvet fabrics, rugs, and exposed (original) terra cotta floors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Use small decor pieces like lanterns, plants and rugs.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Rotate rugs every few months to prevent uneven wear and extend their lifespan.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
My apartment had turned into a high-stakes obstacle course where my expensive area rugs were constantly being held hostage by my damp, dirty mop pad.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of the patio consisting of a grill and a couple of chairs, patios are mirroring interiors and serving as full outdoor living rooms complete with comfy seating, fireplaces, mounted TVs, rugs, lamps, and accessories.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
Find table linens, throw blankets, chair cushions, wall art, and area rugs in the darling pattern that nail the sweet spot between nostalgic and trendy.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
When not splashed with colorful tiles, the floors are covered in handmade rugs; ornate decor shipped from Alexandria brings old-world charm; intricate crown molding highlights the tall, stately ceilings.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Marble and glass surfaces abound, as do velvet fabrics, rugs, and exposed (original) terra cotta floors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Use small decor pieces like lanterns, plants and rugs.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Rotate rugs every few months to prevent uneven wear and extend their lifespan.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rugs
wigs
Noun
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Shortly after sharing her diagnosis, some of her friends sent miracle cures and wigs in the mail.—
Stephanie Brown,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
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Among the sparkling gowns and bouffant wigs are a still-growing selection from Heklina’s own collection, donated in the past year by the performer’s close friend and executor Nancy French.—
Tony Bravo,
San Francisco Chronicle,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Rugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rugs. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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