as in to decorate
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the town hall was draped in bunting for the annual Fourth of July festivities
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Recent Examples of drape
Plus, the 50-by-60-inch size is perfect for draping over a couch, loveseat, or the edge of your bed.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Seizures of National Park protected land, destruction of our White House, massive banners of his photo draped on the Department of Labor and USDA buildings — please tell me how Trump’s authoritarian actions are any different from Vladimir Putin or Saddam Hussein?
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Antique furniture and draping curtains secure a feeling of heritage.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Burlap loosely draped around the entire evergreen serves as a windscreen when strong winter winds are expected.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Seizures of National Park protected land, destruction of our White House, massive banners of his photo draped on the Department of Labor and USDA buildings — please tell me how Trump’s authoritarian actions are any different from Vladimir Putin or Saddam Hussein?
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Antique furniture and draping curtains secure a feeling of heritage.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Burlap loosely draped around the entire evergreen serves as a windscreen when strong winter winds are expected.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drape
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Guests will appreciate the elegant suites and villas, decorated in soothing greens, blues and purples to evoke feelings of calm.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
7 Jan. 2026
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Taking advantage of Crocs’ popular personalization element, his shoes were decorated with Jibbitz charms.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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The beetle, named for six gold spots that adorn its back, doesn’t fly far.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Burgundy nails adorned with gold 3D roses?—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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His butler opened the door and, seeing the Beretta in the young man’s gloved hand, led the visitor to the bathroom where Sieff was dressing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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With prices starting as low as $8, the retailer is packed with markdowns on cozy sweaters, travel-ready pants, and matching sets that make getting dressed—and staying comfortable—effortless.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Drape.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drape. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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