appliqués 1 of 2

Definition of appliquésnext
plural of appliqué

appliqués

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verb

present tense third-person singular of appliqué

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliqués
Noun
  • Knit tops with coordinating embroideries complemented most denim collections.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
  • The sheer richness of the fashion, meanwhile, compels viewers to step up closely to admire the artistry of the stitches and richness of the embroideries, and that’s precisely the point, because ultimately this is a celebration of the art of Italian handcraft.
    Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • More funding was given to improve Georgia 316, a highway between Atlanta and Athens, road improvements by local governments, and repairs and replacement for rural bridges.
    Dan Raby, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Summer flooding did bring a modest rise to lake levels, but the improvements were short-lived.
    Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Washington’s conviction also included enhancements for committing the murder during a carjacking and causing great bodily injury during the carjacking.
    Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Grapevine Vintage Railroad is opening back up for the 2026 season this weekend after its yearly six-week pause for maintenance and enhancements.
    Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The retrospective paints a fuller picture of the man who famously turned a urinal into a sculpture and coined a whole new category, the readymade.
    Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Scholars of immigration, media and criminal law say such a media campaign is unprecedented and paints a distorted picture of immigrants and crime.
    Huo Jingnan, NPR, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Fischer skillfully braids the three stories together, situating them in an atmosphere of creative ferment and reckless churn.
    Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Her work in this comprehensive anthology braids politics, gender, history and memory into confiding and powerful lyrics.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Magnolia leaf and fir branch garland swags drape our staircases, and warm white lights illuminate our trees.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.
    Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
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“Appliqués.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliqu%C3%A9s. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

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