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as in hat
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a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd
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Recent Examples of lid
The same cap shortening has happened in soda and water
The plastic lids for plastic soda pop and water bottles got smaller first.
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Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
This also goes for any containers or lids that no longer have mates.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Grab this dishwasher-safe set that includes two saucepans, a Dutch oven, two frying pans, a cookie sheet, matching glass lids, and five kitchen tools.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Simply press the lid to slice, dice, chop, or spiralize any vegetable.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
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Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
This also goes for any containers or lids that no longer have mates.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Grab this dishwasher-safe set that includes two saucepans, a Dutch oven, two frying pans, a cookie sheet, matching glass lids, and five kitchen tools.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Simply press the lid to slice, dice, chop, or spiralize any vegetable.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for lid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lid
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Jaylon Johnson is conceding 0.78 yards per cover snap (10th) while Tyrique Stevenson is allowing 1.65 yards per cover snap ranking 80th out of 82 qualifying cornerbacks.Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Farmers and policy-makers are advocating for sustainable agricultural practices such as cover cropping and reduced tillage.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Once Jefferson earned his face time, the camera found Addison, who relaxed on the bench with a Vikings hat high atop his head.Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, tipped their hats to Trump during his visit to Paris.Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
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Pieces include a 100 percent cotton Japanese French terry top with raglan sleeves and oversized chest pockets, a short-pile cotton velvet hoodie and a medium-weight, cotton twill overshirt.Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
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The image first gained notice as part of the banner image at the top of what is believed to be Mangione’s X profile, where Breloom sat alongside a picture of him and another picture of an X-ray that appears to be a spinal fusion procedure.Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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The special caps off Howard’s extensive international tour spanning 237 shows across 141 cities in 30 countries, selling over 335,000 tickets.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
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Broadcom cemented its status as one of the biggest artificial intelligence winners on Wall Street — and joined the vaunted $1 trillion market cap club thanks to a 24.4% surge in Friday’s session.Zev Fima, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2024
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Police have released several images of the shooter in which the gunman can be seen wearing a dark-colored jacket with a hood over his head, a black facemask, black-and-white sneakers and a distinctive gray backpack, USA TODAY reports.George Petras, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
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The two photos released Thursday morning show someone wearing a green-grey jacket with a hood and two large pockets.Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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Despite tapping his helmet, Kurtz said his coaches didn't pull him out.Kenny Jacoby, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Eglin flight, given the gentle Florida clime, would only require a standard flight suit, G-pants, helmet and oxygen mask.Jim Clash, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The mansion with its stone façade and slate roof houses some 50 rooms that spread across 13,000 square feet of living space and five levels.Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Upper and lower gardens are connected by a stream, solar panels, and concrete staircases—a bridge between the ground and the roof.Laura Studarus, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lid. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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