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turban

[tur-buhn] / ˈtɜr bən /
NOUN
headdress
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She remembers Saar sporting many a turban, chunky jewelry and large hats.

From Los Angeles Times May 7, 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei, a cleric who has a salt-and-pepper beard and the black turban of the "seyyed" -- descendants of the Prophet Mohammed -- is a veteran of the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s.

From Barron's Mar. 8, 2026

Images of him in his austere wardrobe—a turban, clerical robes and a long, graying beard—appeared in offices, on billboards and murals throughout the country.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 1, 2026

The original law prevents judges, police officers, teachers and public servants from wearing symbols such as the kippah, turban, or hijab while at work.

From BBC Nov. 27, 2025

"Uh, okay, it's all right," said Somkit, averting his eyes as he wound the towel around Pong's head like a turban.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat

The latter wore turbans and robes and spoke Arabic.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

She’s in one of her signature turbans — this one has a third eye front and center — and holds a cane in the shape of a black cat.

From Los Angeles Times May 7, 2026

The merchandise in Singh's stores, includes accessories popularised by Punjab's music stars, such as versions of Phulkari turbans worn by Dosanjh, Kanda pendants that were first popularised by veteran Bhangra artist Pammi Bai.

From BBC May 31, 2025

“I want other Sikhs to know that their turbans, beards and other articles of faith don’t have to be an obstacle to any career, including one like mine,” he said.

From Washington Times Aug. 11, 2023

Penny was wearing one of Mrs. V's turbans, and she looked ridiculous.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper




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