as in rug
a headpiece made of natural or synthetic hair usually worn to cover a bald area the cancer patient started wearing a wig after losing all of her hair from chemotherapy

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Recent Examples of wig Fey and Forte played Misty Peppers and John George Peppers, a duo of some unknown relation who have what appears to be the same curly-haired wig on. Lauren Huff, EW.com, 2 May 2025 With that, the duo began to shape the foundation of Haute and Freddy, adding wigs, playful clothing, and role-playing. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025 Reed, whose character Rosalie Cullen had blonde hair, dyed her natural locks for Twilight, but opted for a wig in the subsequent four films. Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 3 May 2025 This cap did come with an elastic band already sewn into the wig, however, the wig is a little big on my head. Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for wig
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Noun
  • The easy-to-care-for rug resists fading, mold, and mildew, and is machine washable.
    Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
  • Swapping an area rug for a jute design or a bulky comforter for a lightweight quilt can give your space a charming, beachy aesthetic with little effort.
    Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • From ancient Egypt to the contemporary era, wigs have proven their enduring value as versatile hairpieces catering to all genders and identities.
    Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 2 May 2025
  • Every piece, from jewelry to gloves, to custom hairpieces, is carefully considered as a means to elevate the look.
    Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
Noun
  • Some people don’t want anyone to see them without their toupees and eyebrow pencils.
    Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Higher level pledges include one of three actual toupees worn by Stan on-screen and VIP tickets to attend the film’s premiere in NYC.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 3 Sep. 2024

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“Wig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wig. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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