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Recent Examples of bandannaPierce, who wore a bandanna and camouflage leggings, had tattoos of butterflies and flowers on her arms.—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026 The dogs wore matching big sister bandanas in case something somehow got lost in translation.—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026 Fans visiting the café will also find official merchandise, including Survivor bandanas and shirts.—Tania Francois, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026 Her hair, styled by Vernon François, was partially covered by a bandana, which fit in with her monochrome look.—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bandanna
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handkerchief
Noun
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,
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.
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CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026