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
  • 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
  • Knit tops with coordinating embroideries complemented most denim collections.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Dorsey cited rapid improvements in AI tech as the primary reason, sending shockwaves across Wall Street.
    Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 5 Mar. 2026
  • These included the use of adjacent buildings, and the raising funds for repairs and improvements for the sale of air rights — though adding more floors would require a setback from the façade to preserve its historic character, Preservation Chicago said.
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Quintana pleaded guilty in April 2019 to assault with a firearm with sentencing enhancements for gang activity and the personal use of a gun.
    City News Service, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Australian swimmer James Magnussen won't be taking the same enhancements as, say, a powerlifter.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Like his murals, for Norice the documentary paints an accurate picture of his life as an artist.
    Richard Guzman, Daily News, 2 Mar. 2026
  • Hemani's lawyer, law professor Naz Ahmad of the City University of New York, paints a very different picture of her client.
    Nina Totenberg, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • His death gives shape to the plot, which braids together the police investigation with relevant flashbacks.
    Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
  • 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
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 12 Mar. 2026.

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