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caption

[kap-shuhn] / ˈkæp ʃən /
NOUN
heading; short description
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But every year, when Mother’s Day rolls around, I know I can look forward to seeing someone post an actress to their Instagram story with a “Happy Mother’s Day” caption.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

The White House's X feed on Tuesday even seemed to lean towards Rubio, announcing his press briefing with the caption "Another job?" and posting a picture of him on dozens of channels.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

"Baby Brooksbank due 2026!" the caption read, followed by a series of red hearts and a baby emoji.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

“Somehow, it says everything about their bond,” reads the caption on the 15-second video posted to Facebook.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

The caption beneath the photograph revealed Mother Paula as an actress and former beauty queen named Kimberly Lou Dixon.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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