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There’s an old-school charm to the bike, enhanced by features like a black leather tank strap with laced edge, and a leather seat valance with lacing and tassels.—New Atlas, 12 May 2025 Sarah Stacey Interior Design Dramatic curtain valances, antique furniture, and trippy wallpaper all combine in this parlor by Sarah Stacey Interior Design.—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025 Gingham fabric panels with awning-style valances create an enveloping effect.—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025 The vehicle is also fitted with a lower front valance skid plate, for mechanical protection.—Michael Harley, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for valance
Word History
Etymology
Middle English valaunce, borrowed from Anglo-French valence, probably from valer "to lower" + -ence, -ance-ance — more at vail
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