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Recent Examples of appliqué
Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
For the premiere afterparty, Sweeney changed into another white dress — a strapless mini with floral appliques, paired with white pumps.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 16 Dec. 2025
For example, François Yemadje uses Dahoméen applique to tell a traditional tale, while Hector Sonon uses comics (bande dessinée) to tell a contemporary story.
—Literary Hub, 8 Dec. 2025
Naranjo’s workshop on applique will be from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 Oct. 15 p.m. at Quilt in a Day quilt shop in San Marcos.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Presenter Paris Hilton wore a black leather The Blonds ensemble featuring flame appliques fashioned into a mini dress.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The berry and forest-scented bride turned heads wearing a sparkling custom Justin Alexander ballgown featuring beaded and sequined lace appliques, and a scalloped cathedral-length tulle veil with floral lace embroidery.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
For instance, one attendee donned a two-piece set in pastel pink with a slick floral applique.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 7 July 2025
Elements of the Victorian era come through 3-D floral appliques and reflective and iridescent finishes add fairytale vibe.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Apr. 2025
Tony Bravo, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
The antithesis of timid, Alessandro Michele at Gucci appliques hats, tops and jeans with motifs like bats, cats, bugs and wolves that make Ralph Lauren’s polo pony seem like a meek flea.
—Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 27 Sep. 2017
An eggplant placemat is appliqued with a border of coral and paired with Leotine's Chopstick monogram for an unforgettable table bathed in color.
—Sarah Bray, ELLE Decor, 21 Mar. 2014
Noun
The rich burgundy shade is perfect for winter, and the rose applique puts a romantic twist on a classic knit.
—Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
For the premiere afterparty, Sweeney changed into another white dress — a strapless mini with floral appliques, paired with white pumps.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 16 Dec. 2025
For example, François Yemadje uses Dahoméen applique to tell a traditional tale, while Hector Sonon uses comics (bande dessinée) to tell a contemporary story.
—Literary Hub, 8 Dec. 2025
Naranjo’s workshop on applique will be from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 Oct. 15 p.m. at Quilt in a Day quilt shop in San Marcos.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Presenter Paris Hilton wore a black leather The Blonds ensemble featuring flame appliques fashioned into a mini dress.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The berry and forest-scented bride turned heads wearing a sparkling custom Justin Alexander ballgown featuring beaded and sequined lace appliques, and a scalloped cathedral-length tulle veil with floral lace embroidery.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
For instance, one attendee donned a two-piece set in pastel pink with a slick floral applique.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 7 July 2025
Elements of the Victorian era come through 3-D floral appliques and reflective and iridescent finishes add fairytale vibe.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
Haehlen, who has Down syndrome, smiles wide and twirls her skirt, revealing how intricately it’s appliqued with sequined, floral explosions of color.
—Tony Bravo, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
The antithesis of timid, Alessandro Michele at Gucci appliques hats, tops and jeans with motifs like bats, cats, bugs and wolves that make Ralph Lauren’s polo pony seem like a meek flea.
—Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 27 Sep. 2017
An eggplant placemat is appliqued with a border of coral and paired with Leotine's Chopstick monogram for an unforgettable table bathed in color.
—Sarah Bray, ELLE Decor, 21 Mar. 2014
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliqué
Noun
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The key here is to look for smart fits and dressy details, including creasing, pleating, and even embroidery.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
24 Mar. 2026
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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
Verb
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The most marvelous of all the vestments is a cope embroidered in a workshop in Genoa in the late 17th century.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Well, a waistcoat Amaranthus embroidered with beetles.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Eager to make connections with important people, Kapoor invited mayors to ribbon cuttings and doled outmore than $100,000 in campaign checks from corporate accounts, about half of which went to a political committee supporting a losing candidate in this November’s Miami Beach mayoral race.—
Sarah Blaskey,
Miami Herald,
16 Dec. 2025
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The road that ribbons through the foothills rises and twists like the tail of a cat.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In the loft, Ann tells Caroline that Lauren is often a footnote to sycophantic memorials for John in the media, while Carolyn continues to be painted as a villain.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
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The official police and legal record, on the other hand, paints a much more damning picture of Bolsonaro’s participation in a coup plot.—
Anthony W. Pereira,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Slayyy Hair founder Diann Valentine received a $300,000 bill in order to get 26,000 units of braiding hair, her business’ main product, from a port in May 2025.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 Mar. 2026
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Patton, 41, started posting videos of his morning hair-braiding routine with his daughter on social media in 2024.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Jackie Jackson is opulently dressed for a football game, diamonds blazing on both hands, chandelier earrings, and black high heels under her trousers.—
Gail Sheehy,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
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The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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At Cala Cavone—a jut of rock fringed with crashing waves—self-service loungers, espresso, and snacks are stored in an alcove in the cliff.—
Kristina Kasparian,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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During modern times, the Texas State Historic Site has served as prime picnic grounds that accommodated the Star of the Republic Museum, an ample visitors center, a replica of the Republic of Texas capitol building, and broad meadows fringed with forest where the original townsite stood.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Buchanan laced a one-out single and came around on a two-out Colt Howard double as the Lions added another run in the bottom of the second.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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But eventually, the anger ebbed; replaced by an all-too-familiar ache of grief laced with longing.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Appliqué.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliqu%C3%A9. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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