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
Powell’s Emily—scrubbing rugs, tacking home through village lanes with a brother who can barely stand—knew that too.
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Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
Some might find the hotel stately-home-stuffy, but others will delight in the incredible variety of aristo-leaning patterned wallpapers, lampshades, and rugs, plus its murals, silverware, and portraits of notable Spaniards.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Mar. 2026
Indoor rugs can be more plush, allowing your feet to sink in a bit.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
Best Amazon Home Deals Amazon has home deals on rugs, decor, candles, vacuum cleaners, towel sets, quilts, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
To avoid this pitfall, Judge recommends determining a color palette for the space and buying rugs, pillows, planters, and furniture that corresponds accordingly.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Kunselman advises skipping synthetic rugs as well.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Oaxaca is best-known for its world-famous rugs and ceramics, and more delicate pieces can be arranged to be shipped home if needed.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
With pillows, rugs, blankets, and pet beds, there is truly something for everyone.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
Some might find the hotel stately-home-stuffy, but others will delight in the incredible variety of aristo-leaning patterned wallpapers, lampshades, and rugs, plus its murals, silverware, and portraits of notable Spaniards.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Mar. 2026
Indoor rugs can be more plush, allowing your feet to sink in a bit.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
Best Amazon Home Deals Amazon has home deals on rugs, decor, candles, vacuum cleaners, towel sets, quilts, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
To avoid this pitfall, Judge recommends determining a color palette for the space and buying rugs, pillows, planters, and furniture that corresponds accordingly.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Kunselman advises skipping synthetic rugs as well.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Oaxaca is best-known for its world-famous rugs and ceramics, and more delicate pieces can be arranged to be shipped home if needed.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
With pillows, rugs, blankets, and pet beds, there is truly something for everyone.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rugs
wigs
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The Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special sees Cyrus return to the set of the Disney Channel show that launched her career, reflecting on her wigs, her closet and her early days in Hollywood alongside her mom Tish and dad Billy Ray.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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Get your blond wigs, sequin dresses and cowboy boots ready.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Rugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rugs. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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