appliqués 1 of 2

plural of appliqué

appliqués

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of appliqué

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliqués
Noun
  • Across the 2026 and 2027 bridal collections, there’s been a notable emphasis on intricate savoir-faire, with designers embracing the charm of handmade workmanship, including delicate weaves, openwork textures, and crochet-effect embroideries as couture-level details.
    Laura Tortora, Vogue, 29 May 2026
  • Vogue points to bold and bright sneakers for spring, plus those with details like sequins and floral embroideries, among other trends.
    Claire Peltier, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Nobody travels to matches, paints their face, or organizes a game-day event purely for the final score of a single game.
    Angela Haupt, Time, 18 June 2026
  • Also to work with the masterful Declan Quinn who paints with light as our DP.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • The adjacent riverfront area has seen astonishing growth and improvements, with a two-mile-long stretch of pedestrian paths, parks and other green space, and an event pavilion.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 June 2026
  • Over 1,000 homes also have had backwater valves installed to prevent public sewer water backing up into homes during high-flow conditions, and almost 500 homes received sewer infrastructure improvements at no-cost to the homeowners, according to the MDC.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • Hamilton let his signature braids down ahead of his race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, which marks the seventh stop on the Formula 1 calendar this year.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
  • The latter, in particular, braids the bittersweet melodies of anorak-sporting vintage twee with ear-bleeding country-grunge that evokes Meat Puppets’ heaviest squalls.
    Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • The charges of assault with a firearm included enhancements for a using a gun in the crime.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026
  • The vast majority, about $59 billion, is earmarked for farm safety-net enhancements.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 June 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
  • The Desert diamonds product assortment is a contemporary expression of individuality, authenticity and personal style.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
  • Towering campaign images of Bella Hadid draped in Chopard diamonds wrap portions of the driveway, turning the arrival itself into a luxury advertising campaign.
    Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Verb
  • Off-duty, Styles often laces up Adidas sneakers.
    Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
  • Just a little farther up the lakeshore, co-owner Yasuaki Saito’s new spot laces its breakfast menu with Japanese ingredients and Americana swagger.
    Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
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“Appliqués.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliqu%C3%A9s. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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