How to Use embossed in a Sentence
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The base of this display piece is light pink, with embossed pleats and diamonds that evoke a bridal gown.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
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Even its embossed gold letters were written in a vaguely medieval script.
—Literary Hub, 3 June 2026
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The calf boots are made from an embossed multicolor snakeskin-print leather, with hints of orange, brown, black and white.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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One alternative is a glass ornament with embossed bows, available in light green or pink.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2025
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The platter is crafted from high-quality stoneware, with an embossed detail and a fall leaf and acorn motif around the edges.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
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Minimal jewelry let the focus stay on the knit’s texture and the shoes’ embossed finish.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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The shoes were accessorized with a bow-tie accent and an embossed Tory Burch logo, both on the toe.
—Tara Larson, Footwear News, 26 Dec. 2025
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Each piece is crafted with embossed lace detail around the rim and features a deep caramel glaze to effortlessly blend with the gorgeous hues of the season.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
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Gone were the fold-over collars, heavy textures, embossed logos, and oversized detailing of the previous decade.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
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This could be a sign on an embossed seal or coin, or the features of a dramatic mask carved by a highly skilled mask maker and worn in the Greek theatre.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
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For a stylish touch, the pitcher has a glossy, pink finish that’s complemented by embossed bows, an ergonomic handle, and an easy-pour spout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
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With nighttime arriving sooner thanks to daylight savings, this on-sale table lamp adds a warm glow to your space as well as some hints of texture with its embossed base.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
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Bring a bit of springtime joy into your kitchen with this braiser that features an embossed petal design on the lid that's inspired by the French anemone flower.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
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Holmes wore Malone Souliers’ Koko, a 45mm thong mule made in embossed calfskin leather with a basket-like texture.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
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An embossed pattern creates subtle dimension without making the bed look too busy, while the stitch-free design keeps the fabric feeling smooth and lightweight.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
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Made in Italy, these iconic slip-on loafers feature a soft calfskin upper with a classic penny bar mid-foot, and an embossed Tod’s monogram on the tongue.
—Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
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Some restaurants lean on postcards that arrive with the check, or an embossed pen, but there’s something about the pocket-sized memento that strikes the right cord between nostalgic and modern.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
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Given the chunkier, asymmetrical strappy design and embossed snake leather exterior, this shoe is best worn with simpler outfits.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2025
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Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
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There’s the front door intercom panel, a pair of embossed leather club chairs and, fatefully, Mr Big’s Peloton water bottle.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
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Cut with a low neckline and looping straps detailed with subtle embossed beads, it’s designed to support and accentuate all parts of your body, especially with a gentle flare at the hem.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
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The embossed texture and rich chocolate color of these Avec Les Filles pants give them a very luxe appearance when paired with a neutral turtleneck or classic sweater.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
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This embossed mint set is our favorite pick, but the bowls are also available in a wide range of 45 total color schemes with everything from solid black to warm tones, cool tones, neutrals, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
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Along with being functional, these bowls offer a modern look with an embossed texture surrounding the exterior and gradient color scheme that fades from the smallest bowl to the largest.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
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Whether rendered in smooth leather, embossed textures, or bold seasonal colors, the top-handle bag offers a timeless way to add structure and sophistication to a collection.
—Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
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Beyond its function, the quilt is a versatile pick that beautifully pairs with a range of bedroom styles—from farmhouse chic to modern—with its subtle embossed texture and minimalist aesthetic.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025
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The shirts became larger, baggier, and more overtly styled, with embossed Kappa logos woven throughout the design in a way that felt distinctly late-’90s.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
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The Italian fashion house reimagined the timeless silhouette popularized in the 1950s with a high-shine gold coin detail and an embossed logo on the tongue.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
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First is the Sperry x One of These Days Lou Boat Shoe, which is offered in Chocolate or Black embossed leather.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
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The model opted for the house’s Alan sneaker in optic white canvas, a low-top silhouette detailed with Celine’s Triomphe emblem at the side and embossed branding across the sole.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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