furnishing
noun
fur·nish·ing
ˈfər-ni-shiŋ 
1
: an object that tends to increase comfort or utility
2
: an article or accessory of dress
—usually used in plural
Examples of furnishing in a Sentence
we moved the furnishings out of the room so we could sand down and refinish the wood floor
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The interiors will also incorporate furnishings from Armani/Casa.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2026
The hotel seems to cater to corporate guests, with design aesthetic that leans into dim daytime lighting and dark wooden furnishing—definitely more business than casual.
—Mike Jordan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
The blanket was woven by Naiomi Glasses, a Native American of Navajo descent who worked with the designer on the company’s Artist in Residence program in 2023, creating a collection of apparel and home furnishings based on her weavings.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
This cozy upper porch focuses on the view with simple furnishings—a comfortable pair of lounge chairs.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2026
The hotel seems to cater to corporate guests, with design aesthetic that leans into dim daytime lighting and dark wooden furnishing—definitely more business than casual.
—Mike Jordan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
The blanket was woven by Naiomi Glasses, a Native American of Navajo descent who worked with the designer on the company’s Artist in Residence program in 2023, creating a collection of apparel and home furnishings based on her weavings.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
This cozy upper porch focuses on the view with simple furnishings—a comfortable pair of lounge chairs.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for furnishing
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“Furnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furnishing. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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