carpeting
noun
car·pet·ing
ˈkär-pə-tiŋ 
Examples of carpeting in a Sentence
The house has wall-to-wall carpeting in the bedrooms.
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If allergies are an issue, steer clear of carpeting, as this can trap dust, pollen and pet dander, making allergy symptoms worse.
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Dan Simms, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Doris Roberts, the owner and principal designer at Doris Roberts Interiors, explains how excess moisture can be detrimental to carpeting, which absorbs it like a sponge.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Newer hardwood floors wind through most of the home, complemented by plush carpeting in the primary bedroom for a touch of softness.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Lastly, worn carpeting will be replaced and lighting will be upgraded in parts of the building.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
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Dan Simms, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Doris Roberts, the owner and principal designer at Doris Roberts Interiors, explains how excess moisture can be detrimental to carpeting, which absorbs it like a sponge.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Newer hardwood floors wind through most of the home, complemented by plush carpeting in the primary bedroom for a touch of softness.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Lastly, worn carpeting will be replaced and lighting will be upgraded in parts of the building.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for carpeting
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“Carpeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carpeting. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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carpeting
noun
car·pet·ing
ˈkär-pət-iŋ
: material for carpets
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