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Recent Examples of turban
In a political lineup, Mr. Singh, who became the New Democrats’ leader in 2017, stands out, wearing a turban on his head and tucking a kirpan, or ceremonial knife, into his suit, reflecting his Sikh faith.
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Vjosa Isai, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
In a portrait that is emblematic of her art, Gottfried photographed a circus entertainer dressed in a top hat and white tie, accompanied by his two canine partners, also formally attired, the large Doberman pinscher in a white tie and a turban, the miniature pinscher with a frilly collar.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
The Arabian Knight has a flying carpet and a turban, as if a stripper service sent you Beefcake Prince of Persia.
—Darren Franich, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
The noon sun was at its peak, forcing me to wrap my scarf around my head like a turban to protect myself from the burning heat.
—Fahad Shah, Foreign Affairs, 10 Sep. 2015
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Vjosa Isai, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
In a portrait that is emblematic of her art, Gottfried photographed a circus entertainer dressed in a top hat and white tie, accompanied by his two canine partners, also formally attired, the large Doberman pinscher in a white tie and a turban, the miniature pinscher with a frilly collar.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
The Arabian Knight has a flying carpet and a turban, as if a stripper service sent you Beefcake Prince of Persia.
—Darren Franich, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
The noon sun was at its peak, forcing me to wrap my scarf around my head like a turban to protect myself from the burning heat.
—Fahad Shah, Foreign Affairs, 10 Sep. 2015
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turban
Noun
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My wife, Liz, served leg of lamb and insisted Curtis remove his ever-present beret before entering the apartment.—
Ken Frydman,
New York Daily News,
30 June 2025
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There are others in the crowded race: Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, best known for wearing a beret while leading the Guardian Angels vigilante group; Cuomo, who could stay in the race on a third-party line; and former prosecutor Jim Walden, running as an independent.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
Noun
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So put on your wig hats and Devo bonnets and get ready to party!—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
16 June 2025
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The red cloaks and white bonnets worn by the handmaids in the series were being donned by protesters nationwide as feminist symbols.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 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
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People started droping off costume accessories and dress-up requests — a sombrero for Cinco De Mayo, for example.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
30 May 2025
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Many of the protesters had covered their faces and wore long sleeves; one wore a sombrero.—
Emily Witt,
New Yorker,
11 June 2025
Noun
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When the broadcast returned the next half inning, Plouffe was wearing an oversized helmet, which led to more laughter.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Regardless, there's no denying this is one seriously cool helmet; one which packs in a lot more detail than your average Star Wars helmet.—
Kim Snaith,
Space.com,
10 July 2025
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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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Additional violations included grease accumulation on the exhaust hood, behind cooking equipment and near the water heater.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
3 July 2025
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Sitting inside were two figures in white, pointed hoods.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The look has become synonymous with the girl group and continues to be recreated today, even as a Halloween costume. 02 Queen Latifah in 1990 Queen Latifah embraced her heritage from the beginning of her career, proudly donning a colorful kufi and a matching outfit with statement gold earrings.—
Rebecca Aizin,
Peoplemag,
29 Aug. 2023
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Polite conversation soon turns edgy after Akbar explains his kufi was personally given to him by Louis Farrakhan — something that doesn’t sit well with Shelley (her comedic slow-burn anger is one of the things Louis-Dreyfus can play better than most actresses).—
Rene Rodriguez,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2023
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“Turban.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turban. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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