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decorated the mansion's hallways with priceless paintings and luxurious tapestries
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Recent Examples of decorated
Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
The film is based on the true story of Joseph ‘Lupo’ Rulli (Interdonato), a legendary New Jersey boxer plagued with polio before his career peaks, who then rises as a mobster in the Bonanno Crime family, while his older brother Dennis (Stahl) becomes a decorated State Policeman in the same town.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025
The decorated soccer played added several snaps of him and Harper embracing one another throughout the years, including an adorable photo of Harper as a toddler with a pacifier in her mouth hugging David.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the shorter, decorated sword likely wasn’t functional.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The bright, cheery room, decorated with technicolor serapes and paintings of idyllic tropical-village scenes, felt almost like a taunt.
—Daniel Brook, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Women’s short shorts are decorated with Smiley laser prints, while men’s Loose Jean Shorts and a matching button-down shirt feature a psychedelic Smiley laser design.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
Three drinkware collections including cold cups, tumblers and more, decorated with cauldrons, wands and owls.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Mar. 2026
His solo career was equally decorated.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
Shade’s journey to 1,000 is less decorated than either of her superstar teammates, but her path has been one of quiet consistency and showing up every time the Huskies need her.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Iscol, a combat decorated former Marine captain, served as commissioner for NYC Emergency Management.
—Zach Iscol, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
Listed at $850,000 and decorated with an eye-catching blue exterior, the three-bedroom house sits on almost 14 acres of possibilities, upgraded with its own pond and an oversized 40-by-170-foot outbuilding.
—Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The decorated skier suffered back-to-back injuries in the last month.
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
The film is based on the true story of Joseph ‘Lupo’ Rulli (Interdonato), a legendary New Jersey boxer plagued with polio before his career peaks, who then rises as a mobster in the Bonanno Crime family, while his older brother Dennis (Stahl) becomes a decorated State Policeman in the same town.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025
The decorated soccer played added several snaps of him and Harper embracing one another throughout the years, including an adorable photo of Harper as a toddler with a pacifier in her mouth hugging David.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the shorter, decorated sword likely wasn’t functional.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Verb
As a solo artist, Bowman was equally decorated.
—Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The bright, cheery room, decorated with technicolor serapes and paintings of idyllic tropical-village scenes, felt almost like a taunt.
—Daniel Brook, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Women’s short shorts are decorated with Smiley laser prints, while men’s Loose Jean Shorts and a matching button-down shirt feature a psychedelic Smiley laser design.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Mar. 2026
Three drinkware collections including cold cups, tumblers and more, decorated with cauldrons, wands and owls.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Mar. 2026
His solo career was equally decorated.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
Shade’s journey to 1,000 is less decorated than either of her superstar teammates, but her path has been one of quiet consistency and showing up every time the Huskies need her.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Iscol, a combat decorated former Marine captain, served as commissioner for NYC Emergency Management.
—Zach Iscol, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
Listed at $850,000 and decorated with an eye-catching blue exterior, the three-bedroom house sits on almost 14 acres of possibilities, upgraded with its own pond and an oversized 40-by-170-foot outbuilding.
—Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorated
Verb
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Furnishings are from local vintage markets, while tabletops and bar fronts are adorned with local marble.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Still, even in this context—even as Sisqo adorned a song about thongs with baroque strings and extravagant chord modulations—Full Moon stands above.—
Jackson Howard,
Pitchfork,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The actor and musician showed up to a photo call for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in Tokyo on March 26, 2026, dressed head to toe in a onesie of his character Bowser.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Irene Yu, 40, and Kiet Pham, 43, came dressed as Hannah and her best friend Lily (played by Emily Osment).—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Benedikt Althaus, who goes by Xariif, wore a tiger fursuit draped in red, white and blue stripes and splotches, reminiscent of the American flag.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Fencing draped with blue tarps has been set up in front of the lifeguard station, with a gap in the fence allowing access to its entrance.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.—
Wendy O'Dea,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones are on display, along with silk textiles ornamented with velvet, damask and embroidery.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Blazy’s Chanel was a story of lightness that began with transparent silk mousseline pieces and flourished into dresses and suits and dresses ornamented with layers of feathers.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Brutalism resonates in the concrete displays and furniture of the ground floor, all decked in chalky off-white, including a monolithic centerpiece brick structure, while romance echoes in the upper floor — its amphitheater-like layout covered in maroon carpeting.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, the house has been known primarily for turning out dress watches, many of which—on the higher end—come decked in diamonds and precious gems in keeping with its reputation as a top-tier jeweler.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
19 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Christmas market in Ban Jelačić Square has the city’s big, bedecked tree, concerts and cultural performances, plus market stalls selling gifts, handicrafts, and bites like fritule (crispy miniature doughnut balls).—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And even when the original clips of viral moments are authentic, they’re increasingly used as a launching point for embellished narratives and AI content – to capture an invested audience.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2026
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This evening, Zendaya attended the Rome premiere of The Drama in a black Armani Privé gown, featuring an embellished and very low scoop neck and structural waist.—
Alexandra Hildreth,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Decorated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorated. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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