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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 According to Ali Hafezi, the co-owner of a rug restoration and appraisal company, synthetic fiber rugs are among the easiest rugs to clean. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 1 Sep. 2026 Look for handmade kids furniture, colorful vintage rugs, unique wall art, and all manner of head-turning decor at every possible price point. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 31 Aug. 2026 Now, shop up to 60% off during Crate & Barrel's Labor Day Sale, including up to 60% off entertaining, decor, bedding, and handcrafted rugs, plus up to 40% off bestselling furniture. — ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026 Stivale agrees, noting that playing with scale through things like oversized artwork, eye-catching area rugs, and an assortment of houseplants can also be transformative. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026 This is a good option for larger items like furniture and rugs that local buyers can pick up directly. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026 The rooms are characterful for such a huge scale (there are 252 of them) and have brass or walnut bed frames, vintage-look floral wallpaper, wooden floors, and Afghan rugs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 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

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wigs

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Parton turned extravagant blonde wigs, elaborate makeup, high heels, and sparkles into one of the most recognizable looks in entertainment.

— William Arruda, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
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

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