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 Shop runners, area rugs, outdoor rugs, and even mats from names like Beni Rugs, Hay, Ellison Studios, and more—plus, nearly 100 designs created by the retailer in-house. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2026 When transitioning from hard flooring to rugs or carpets, the system automatically adjusts suction levels and modifies its brush roll behavior to maximize particle pickup while preventing hair entanglements around the main rollers. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 Its dual spinning mops lift automatically over carpets, while powerful suction pulls embedded dirt out of rugs and hard floors. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026 Kits include bedding, furniture, wall decor, storage, bath items, rugs and other pieces that might be used in a dorm room. — Alexis Benveniste, Architectural Digest, 28 Sep. 2026 According to Griffiths, investing in some new curtains and rugs can add personality and luxury to your house without making structural improvements. — Kate McKenna, The Spruce, 26 Sep. 2026 From decorative rugs and pillows to throws and wreaths, the options are endless for easy and inexpensive ways to transform your space. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026 As appointed by production designer Valeria De Felice, the workspace is a literary dreamscape, lined with Persian rugs and bookcases displaying a rainbow of magazine spines. — Natalia Winkelman, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rugs
wigs
Noun
  • Among them, Mimi Sheraton, who donned wigs and other disguises to go unrecognized when reviewing.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Of all the wigs Padilla has donned in her 100-plus sketches, Kathy’s frizzy, light brown mop is a favorite, too.
    — Lucy Feldman, Time, 30 Sep. 2026

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“Rugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rugs. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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