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Examples of top hat in a Sentence
He wore a top hat and tails.
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Each has a black top hat with a mirror on top, which Bubbles uses to flirt with men in the audience.
—Marya E. Gates, IndieWire, 13 Jan. 2025
In the large window division, first place was awarded to Southwest Connection, which had a Native American theme and in second place went to Sweet Elizabeth Jane whose top hats looked toward New Year’s Eve celebrations.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
Other pictures show Swift grinning with boyfriend Travis Kelce, who sported a suit and top hat and at one point appeared to share remarks while holding a microphone.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
So kudos to Andy, Sam, and Genevieve for putting on their P.T. Barnum top hat and considering the clear marketing possibilities of their move.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1864, in the meaning defined above
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“Top hat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20hat. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
Kids Definition
top hat
noun
: a man's hat with a tall crown
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