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Recent Examples of handkerchief
The thugs would insinuate themselves into the confidence of wayfarers and, when a favorable opportunity presented itself, strangle them by throwing a handkerchief or noose around their necks.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
He was believed to be a Black man, 50 years old or older, at the time of his death, and was found wearing size 32 pants, white boxer-style underwear, a white handkerchief, and one dark sock.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Particular mostly to Louisiana weddings, the second line parade is quite the celebratory tradition in which a brass band and parasol-wielding newlyweds lead their guests, who wave handkerchiefs or napkins, on a festive jaunt through the city (or around their reception venue).
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
The showing marked a sharp contrast from the 2025 Gala, which had featured less advanced versions of the robots twirling handkerchiefs in a wobbly folk dance.
—Dylan Butts,matthew Chin, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
He was believed to be a Black man, 50 years old or older, at the time of his death, and was found wearing size 32 pants, white boxer-style underwear, a white handkerchief, and one dark sock.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Particular mostly to Louisiana weddings, the second line parade is quite the celebratory tradition in which a brass band and parasol-wielding newlyweds lead their guests, who wave handkerchiefs or napkins, on a festive jaunt through the city (or around their reception venue).
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
The showing marked a sharp contrast from the 2025 Gala, which had featured less advanced versions of the robots twirling handkerchiefs in a wobbly folk dance.
—Dylan Butts,matthew Chin, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handkerchief
Noun
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Standalone cotton twill, madras, linen, rayon and poplin are light, airy and breathable—and therefore should be avoided at all costs.—
Barry Samaha,
Robb Report,
5 Jan. 2023
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Robbie Kendall was waiting on the steps of the tomb in madras shorts and a light blue polo shirt, his blond hair worn just long enough to suggest surfer without actually looking disreputable.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
12 Dec. 2022
Noun
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Simply crack the pit to extract the inner seed, refrigerate it in a moist towel for eight to 12 weeks, and plant.—
Rachel Silva,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
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The facility’s hand wash sink was lacking soap and single use towels.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 1,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Wear this pretty satin scarf around your neck, as a bandana on your head, in your hair, or tied to your bag.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The friendly shop, run by husband-and-wife creatives, also carries gifts like prints, bags, and bandanas.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In one video, one of the customers seems to flick her napkin at the server's face.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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By Jeane’s napkin math, the district could close up to 20 schools while maintaining a seat for every current SCUSD student.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Handkerchief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handkerchief. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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