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rugs

noun

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 Instead of constantly making adjustments and smoothing out wrinkles, just add these reusable grippers to the corners to keep your favorite rugs perfectly in place all the time. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026 This alone made a great first impression—the thought of cleaning my hardwood floors, couch, baseboards, and rugs without swapping devices thrilled me as someone who was previously using multiple vacuums to accomplish the same tasks. — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026 Instead, an eclectic mix of African textiles, Japanese artworks, Turkish rugs, and British ceramics mirrors the round-the-world curiosities of the neighboring British Museum. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Specialty items such as electronics, artwork, or rugs may also require specialized care. — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 That quest to spark happiness during challenging times is precisely what inspired the textile artist Rashelle Campbell to start making her now-signature rugs. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026 It is decorated more like a living room than a conventional sports facility, with a warm palette, rich leathers, and cozy rugs. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2026 Written on his deathbed in 1988, Feldman‘s piece reflects a final harmonic vision combining mismatched patterning of Turkish rugs and Hebraic chant. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026 Pair it with colorful art, rugs, and wall paint for an eclectic feel. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026

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wigs

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With funnel cakes in the shape of her beloved butterfly and fashion exhibits with eye-popping heels and wigs, Dolly Parton’s theme park has history, entertainment, reverence.

— Carlye Wisel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Parton pictured with some of her stage wigs in Los Angeles on March 10, 1980.

— Shima Oliaee, Time, 26 Aug. 2026

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