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as in hats
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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 lids
They’re also offered without lids for $280 — the most affordable pieces in the collection.
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Clint Davis, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
While lids are typically nothing to get excited about, there is one from this set that’s especially worth highlighting.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
If the primary issue is excess skin in the upper lids and puffiness in the lower lids, then upper and lower blepharoplasty would be the most effective solution.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
The structure is reminiscent of a roller coaster, with its tall frame and lids resembling solar panels.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
After use, toss the containers and lids straight into the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
The other three pieces are actually just the lids.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2025
After a single swipe, the formula feels lightweight—yet not inky (there’s hardly any transfer to my lids or under-eyes).
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
Manufacturers often advise against clamping down lids while cooking unless the appliance is specifically designed for pressure cooking.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Clint Davis, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
While lids are typically nothing to get excited about, there is one from this set that’s especially worth highlighting.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
If the primary issue is excess skin in the upper lids and puffiness in the lower lids, then upper and lower blepharoplasty would be the most effective solution.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
The structure is reminiscent of a roller coaster, with its tall frame and lids resembling solar panels.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
After use, toss the containers and lids straight into the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
The other three pieces are actually just the lids.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2025
After a single swipe, the formula feels lightweight—yet not inky (there’s hardly any transfer to my lids or under-eyes).
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
Manufacturers often advise against clamping down lids while cooking unless the appliance is specifically designed for pressure cooking.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lids
Noun
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Other hats in the collection also have fans scratching their heads.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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The new hats provoked plenty of jokes on social media.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Researchers estimate there is five bottle caps’ worth of plastic in human brains.—
Jancee Dunn,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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When caps are in place, candidates can accept only up to a certain amount from individuals, political action committees, corporations and unions.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When the $12 million initiative first launched, concerns over the smart helmets’ data and how it would be stored and used kept several school districts from immediately opting into the program.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
11 Apr. 2025
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The number of helmets each school receives varies based on classification.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Lids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lids. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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