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 Wayfair’s Way Day sale is back for fall, and one item worth shopping is undoubtedly area rugs — especially while the Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines collection is deeply discounted. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025 During that time, make a list of all the things that particular space needs, like cleaning out the closet, swapping out air filters, dusting fan blades, washing the walls, and cleaning the windows and under the rugs. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025 Draped in orange velvet curtains, layered with vintage rugs and filled with embellished pieces that feel as if they’ve been discovered in another time, the space is designed to create an atmosphere that blurs the line between fashion and fantasy. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025 These rugs also have anti-slip dots on the bottom to prevent sliding. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025 Grab a seat on the couch by antique rugs and a faux brick wall, or flip some tarot cards from their collection in a room that appears to have bloodstained walls. Jennifer Billock, AFAR Media, 22 Oct. 2025 Read on to discover our absolute favorite fireplace accessories, including fire screens, hearth rugs, tongs, log holders, fire starters, fireplace inserts, matches, and more. Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025 With pillows, rugs, blankets, and pet beds, there is truly something for everyone. Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Right now, shoppers can save up to 77 percent on vintage area rugs, Le Creuset Dutch ovens, full-length mirrors, and more home products from Amazon, Nordstrom Rack, Walmart, Wayfair, and Macy’s. Toni Sutton, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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wigs
Noun
  • Detectives also note that Ashlee is known to wear wigs.
    Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Candles placed inside pumpkins or near flowing costumes can quickly ignite fabric or synthetic wigs, causing burns.
    Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025

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“Rugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rugs. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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