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as in drapes
pieces of cloth hung to darken, decorate, or divide a room
the kittens keep climbing the curtains
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as in death
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
it'll be curtains for us if we're caught
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as in hides
to keep secret or shut off from view
she dropped her head in shame and curtained her face with her hair
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Recent Examples of curtains
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Velvet curtains flank the floor-to-ceiling windows for some earthy contrast, while a long sectional sofa invites you to spend a relaxing night sprawled out in front of the TV.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2026
The key to going the extra mile here is to install your curtains a bit higher above the windows than may be obvious.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 May 2026
This stain-resistant Joanna Gaines x Loloi runner is great for livening up hallways, galley kitchens, and entries, and for some romantic ambience, pick up these sheer curtains that filter light but won’t totally block the sunshine.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Alternatively, throw draperies and curtains into the dryer for 10 minutes to remove dust and kill mites; avoid ironing them by promptly removing and rehanging them.
—Emerson Latham, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Unlike the vivid green curtains commonly associated with the northern lights, these auroras appeared as soft crimson veils spread across the night sky.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 26 May 2026
In demonstrations, it has been shown performing a range of domestic tasks, including chopping vegetables, frying eggs, loading a washing machine, hanging laundry, making a bed, and opening curtains, according to Fast Company.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
There were no chairs or curtains, nothing in the living room on which to place a mug.
—Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Floor-to-ceiling windows let in lots of natural light, the blackout curtains work well, and the beds are both supportive and plush.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
Wash curtains every three to six months to prevent dust, grime, and odors from building up.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026
Frank often mocked Gus’s improbable revelations, as when Gus swore a saint had appeared to him through his bedroom curtains one night.
—David McGrath, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Sheer curtains work wonderfully in living rooms, bedrooms, dining areas, and even offices to maximize natural light while adding a soft, airy aesthetic to the room.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
The beauty of cafe curtains lies in their simplicity.
—Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Sheer curtains work well in living rooms, bedrooms, dining areas and even offices where your goal is to maximize natural light while adding a soft, airy aesthetic.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2026
The header choice affects how easily curtains slide open and closed, how much of the rod shows, and the overall formality of the room.
—Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
Mahogany floorboards, dark blue curtains, marble bathrooms, and big, big showers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Velvet curtains flank the floor-to-ceiling windows for some earthy contrast, while a long sectional sofa invites you to spend a relaxing night sprawled out in front of the TV.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2026
The key to going the extra mile here is to install your curtains a bit higher above the windows than may be obvious.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 May 2026
This stain-resistant Joanna Gaines x Loloi runner is great for livening up hallways, galley kitchens, and entries, and for some romantic ambience, pick up these sheer curtains that filter light but won’t totally block the sunshine.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Alternatively, throw draperies and curtains into the dryer for 10 minutes to remove dust and kill mites; avoid ironing them by promptly removing and rehanging them.
—Emerson Latham, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Unlike the vivid green curtains commonly associated with the northern lights, these auroras appeared as soft crimson veils spread across the night sky.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 26 May 2026
In demonstrations, it has been shown performing a range of domestic tasks, including chopping vegetables, frying eggs, loading a washing machine, hanging laundry, making a bed, and opening curtains, according to Fast Company.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
There were no chairs or curtains, nothing in the living room on which to place a mug.
—Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
Verb
No blackout curtains or losing the cues of your outside environment.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Floor-to-ceiling windows let in lots of natural light, the blackout curtains work well, and the beds are both supportive and plush.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
Wash curtains every three to six months to prevent dust, grime, and odors from building up.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026
Frank often mocked Gus’s improbable revelations, as when Gus swore a saint had appeared to him through his bedroom curtains one night.
—David McGrath, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Sheer curtains work wonderfully in living rooms, bedrooms, dining areas, and even offices to maximize natural light while adding a soft, airy aesthetic to the room.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
The beauty of cafe curtains lies in their simplicity.
—Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Sheer curtains work well in living rooms, bedrooms, dining areas and even offices where your goal is to maximize natural light while adding a soft, airy aesthetic.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2026
The header choice affects how easily curtains slide open and closed, how much of the rod shows, and the overall formality of the room.
—Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curtains
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Emergency responders say the toddler's death is a tragic reminder of how dangerous the water is, especially at this time of year when peak water flows are being recorded.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Leach's final coaching stop was at Mississippi State before his death in December 2022.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Gibbard hides from rain, opts for Irish goodbyes, and resorts to giving himself pep talks to drag himself out of bed.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
6 June 2026
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Even Adam’s irritable female boss, Suzie (Sasheer Zamata), hides under a people-pleasing mask.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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After three hours of arguments inside a Lubbock District Court Monday, Brendan Sorsby's fate will likely be decided this week by retired Judge Ken Curry in his lawsuit against the NCAA.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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This sleepy surface conceals the racial and religious tensions between locals and the transient workers who cross the border for employment.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
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In Vidal’s telling, the trashy sensationalism of Hearst’s proto-clickbait conceals a tremendous political power.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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The news of Stargate‘s demise was first reported by Variety.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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Surely the demise of America’s most strident ideological foe, ten years after the humiliations of the Iranian hostage crisis, called for greater attention?—
Wyatt Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The narrow prenatal through postpartum window of care approach obscures the broader conditions shaping Black women’s health across their lifespan.—
Jallicia Jolly,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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But that average obscures a steady fall from high deficits, as the decade began, to slight surpluses in fiscal years 1998 through 2001.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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The National Basketball Coaches Association announced his passing.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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And Sonko was elected parliament’s speaker after being dismissed as prime minister, giving him huge power over the passing of legislation.—
Jenny Vaughan,
semafor.com,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The lot of the property covers an area of 12,517 square feet.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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The long hemline covers the lower back for most wearers, sealing out drafts on chilly planes.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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“Curtains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curtains. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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