appliqués 1 of 2

Definition of appliquésnext
plural of appliqué

appliqués

2 of 2

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
  • The project will also add turn lanes, access control measures and pedestrian improvements.
    March 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
  • As further improvements are made, platinum-free fuel cells could play a major role in building a cleaner and more affordable energy future.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Also riding this jet stream of enhancements are, among others, Qantas and Korean Air.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
  • According to MnDOT, the project will resurface aging pavement, repair and improve bridges, repair and resurface ramps, replace drainage and make additional safety enhancements.
    Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The study’s findings are in line with existing research that paints a grim picture of the statewide housing crisis, said Carolina Reid, an associate professor of city and regional planning at UC Berkeley.
    Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
  • 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
  • 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 1 Apr. 2026.

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