wiglets

noun

plural of wiglet
as in postiches

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  1. falls
  2. extensions
  3. switches
Noun
  • When the time expires, the wrestler with the most falls will be declared the winner.
    — Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Despite its increasing normalcy, extreme heat can take hikers by surprise, leading to dehydration, heat stroke and exhaustion, which in turn can contribute to falls.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of falls
Noun
  • However, that Congress still provided monetary support, granting Truman military funds and extensions to the draft to raise additional troops for the Korean War effort.
    — Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Some of those projects include new sidewalk and crosswalk installations, citywide traffic-calming measures and sidewalk extensions.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of extensions
Noun
  • The architecture uses electronic switches and control systems to change how battery cells are connected during operation.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Other key elements include roll-in showers with grab bars and handheld shower wands; raised toilet seats with grab bars; lowered light switches, thermostats, and mirrors; and wheelchair-accessible bathroom sinks.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of switches
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“Wiglets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wiglets. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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