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as in hat
a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
the bride will be wearing a flowing veil fastened to a pearl-covered headpiece
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as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
she has looks and personality but not much in the way of a headpiece
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Recent Examples of headpiece
Unorthodox grooming looks were also seen at Rick Owens, Dries Van Noten, Yohji Yamamoto, Undercover and IM Men, where headpieces looked like an extension of hair.
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Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Upon the latter’s death in 1953, the headpiece went to Queen Elizabeth II.
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Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Hers was protected by a wide headpiece while a pink lipstick brightens her smile, her nails are painted in an ever-chic milky shade.
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Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
Women are required to wear a headpiece in almost all the enclosures — though what exactly that looks like, depends on the class of ticket.
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Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Upon the latter’s death in 1953, the headpiece went to Queen Elizabeth II.
—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Hers was protected by a wide headpiece while a pink lipstick brightens her smile, her nails are painted in an ever-chic milky shade.
—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
Women are required to wear a headpiece in almost all the enclosures — though what exactly that looks like, depends on the class of ticket.
—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for headpiece
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Over the years, Merrell itself has become well known for standout styles like the Moab hiking boot and Jungle Moc, along with its outdoor clothing and accessories (think hats, socks, and small bags).
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Wear lightweight, loose and light-colored clothing and a brimmed hat.
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His ebullience, keen intellect and warmth jump off the pages.
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Recognizing her extraordinary intellect, the Wheatley family educated her, and by age 20 her poetry had earned publication in London.
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Behind Luka Doncic, the Lakers took care of Austin Reaves by agreeing to a four-year, $185-million contract that will be officially signed toward the end of the offseason to help the Lakers preserve maximum cap flexibility.
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After seven years with Florida, including backstopping them to back-to-back Stanley Cups, Bobrovsky is now heading north on a three-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs that will carry an annual cap hit of $7 million.
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Forty ships transited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, according to data from maritime intelligence firm Kpler, a number still significantly lower than the average daily crossings before the war with Iran started in February.
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By allowing intelligence and learned capabilities to be shared across robot types, the platform aims to accelerate deployment, improve operational efficiency, and deliver a consistent experience across every aspect of hotel operations, claims Pudu.
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Things hit a boiling point when Contreras leaped into the air and hurled his batting helmet directly at Cavalli.
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The new looks provides up to 12 combinations for game day gear — with gold or white tops, and options for gold, white or black pants, along with gold or white helmets.
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Against that backdrop, some say the ships are offering a surprising sense of connection.
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Since relocating to Los Angeles, Gonzalez’s small downtown team has scaled Happy Organics into a design-forward brand carried by major retailers, anchored in local maker communities and a sense of purpose.
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But this also is among the reasons her books are considered must-reads in the classroom, and contemporary classics.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers made headlines in 2025 for a number of reasons.
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“Headpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headpiece. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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