as in to adorn
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
an elderly actress bedizening herself with makeup and jewelry
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Teeny hearts and silver dots adorn this crisp French manicure for a cutsey and romantic finish.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026 -
Grab a seat in the room adorned with antique-market finds and low, flickering candles.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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One of the lawsuits named Bill Elliott, decorated Celina High School football coach, who is Caleb Elliott’s father.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Throughout 2026, travelers can book experiences ranging from baking and cocktail-making to floristry and cake decorating.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Designed to drape effortlessly, the modal-spandex blend feels sumptuous and not at all restricting.—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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This option has a classy leg slit that feels more elegant than a typical maxi, similar to Beckham’s dress, and its flattering stomach ruching and dramatic draping look modern and fashion-forward.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Bedizen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedizen. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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