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Recent Examples of decked
Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2026
There is a famous image of a bireme, from a relief found at the Assyrian palace at Nineveh (in modern Iraq, near Mosul), that clearly illustrates the use of a decked warship with two levels of oars.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
This remake of the 1984 slasher of the same name joins the thoroughly decked halls of Christmas horror movies.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2025
People are going all-out, putting an extra festive spin on their decked halls with trees big and small all around their homes.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
Days before the Chiefs were set to play in their first Super Bowl in a half-century back in early 2020, the Texas towns of Tyler and Whitehouse were every bit as decked out as the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Nov. 2025
Guests including Alicia Silverstone, Isan Elba, Lori Harvey, Suni Lee, Paige Desorbo, Taylor Hill and Vinnie Hacker were all decked in an assortment of plaid ready-to-wear, outerwear and accessories, including Burberry’s trademark check scarf.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 20 Nov. 2025
The boutiques, cafes and winery tasting rooms all get in on the fun and are all decked out.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Nov. 2025
The dance began with Irwin crouched atop a Jeep suped up for safari, with the junior conservationist correspondingly decked in the head-to-toe khaki uniform made famous by his dad.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025
Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
Coats are decked in fur, some all over and others just the trim.
—Renée Reardin, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
Conceptualized by Tobie Hatfield, senior director of athlete innovation at Nike, Kohlhausen’s custom Air Jordan 1 Low Golf shoes were created in partnership with Miles Custom Studio, who decked the shoes out with logos and symbolism referencing the athlete’s recovery.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Throughout the holidays, the park’s 30-foot LEGO tree decked with lights and LEGO ornaments built out of more than 350,000 LEGO and Duplo bricks.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
From chestnuts literally roasting on an open fire in the rain to a string quartet raising money for a mission trip decked in Victorian-era clothing, and hot chocolate being sold, the Victorian Christmas in Nevada City has been bringing visitors to this era since 1978.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
Plus, every palm tree and cactus is decked in lights.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Art fans should save time for Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens on South Street, Zagar’s immersive indoor-outdoor mosaic space decked with tile, glass, mirrors, and found objects.
—Regan Stephens, AFAR Media, 14 Oct. 2025
One is of Hyland striking an elegant pose in a voluminous purple dress decked in glitter and rhinestones.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
In recent years, the house has been known primarily for turning out dress watches, many of which—on the higher end—come decked in diamonds and precious gems in keeping with its reputation as a top-tier jeweler.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2026
There is a famous image of a bireme, from a relief found at the Assyrian palace at Nineveh (in modern Iraq, near Mosul), that clearly illustrates the use of a decked warship with two levels of oars.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
This remake of the 1984 slasher of the same name joins the thoroughly decked halls of Christmas horror movies.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2025
People are going all-out, putting an extra festive spin on their decked halls with trees big and small all around their homes.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
Days before the Chiefs were set to play in their first Super Bowl in a half-century back in early 2020, the Texas towns of Tyler and Whitehouse were every bit as decked out as the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Nov. 2025
Guests including Alicia Silverstone, Isan Elba, Lori Harvey, Suni Lee, Paige Desorbo, Taylor Hill and Vinnie Hacker were all decked in an assortment of plaid ready-to-wear, outerwear and accessories, including Burberry’s trademark check scarf.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 20 Nov. 2025
The boutiques, cafes and winery tasting rooms all get in on the fun and are all decked out.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Nov. 2025
The dance began with Irwin crouched atop a Jeep suped up for safari, with the junior conservationist correspondingly decked in the head-to-toe khaki uniform made famous by his dad.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
He was decked nine times in a wild-card playoff loss to Los Angeles while with Minnesota the year before.
—Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
Coats are decked in fur, some all over and others just the trim.
—Renée Reardin, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
Conceptualized by Tobie Hatfield, senior director of athlete innovation at Nike, Kohlhausen’s custom Air Jordan 1 Low Golf shoes were created in partnership with Miles Custom Studio, who decked the shoes out with logos and symbolism referencing the athlete’s recovery.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Throughout the holidays, the park’s 30-foot LEGO tree decked with lights and LEGO ornaments built out of more than 350,000 LEGO and Duplo bricks.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
From chestnuts literally roasting on an open fire in the rain to a string quartet raising money for a mission trip decked in Victorian-era clothing, and hot chocolate being sold, the Victorian Christmas in Nevada City has been bringing visitors to this era since 1978.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
Plus, every palm tree and cactus is decked in lights.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Art fans should save time for Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens on South Street, Zagar’s immersive indoor-outdoor mosaic space decked with tile, glass, mirrors, and found objects.
—Regan Stephens, AFAR Media, 14 Oct. 2025
One is of Hyland striking an elegant pose in a voluminous purple dress decked in glitter and rhinestones.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decked
Adjective
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Girl inside, who probably isn’t dressed, doesn’t answer.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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But even more telling, though, are the teams that consistently show up well-dressed, leaving the Miami Heat sitting firmly at the top of that list.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This event showcases the ancient Chinese tradition of dragon boat racing, where teams paddle in long, narrow boats decorated like dragons.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Her days are patterned, quiet, and slow; her toys make no clattering sounds, the nursery is decorated only in soothing, dim colors.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Christmas market in Ban Jelačić Square has the city’s big, bedecked tree, concerts and cultural performances, plus market stalls selling gifts, handicrafts, and bites like fritule (crispy miniature doughnut balls).—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Both hold long bamboo sticks adorned with orange flags.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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According to an Instagram post by the popular bagel shop, a hot sea salt sesame bagel is getting adorned by oyster mushrooms, pumpkin bushi, black pepper, a savory rose fudge, nasturtium and bergamot.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.—
Wendy O'Dea,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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In the photos that newspapers printed after his murder, he is often hunched over, a long shawl draped across his broad shoulders, looking far into the distance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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The service moved between prayer and music, including a traditional Ave Maria, before concluding with rites that saw mourners approach the coffin, which was draped in white lace, to pay their final respects.—
Maliha Shoaib,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
19 Jan. 2026
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Blanco omitted a shirt under his black suit but wore a dazzling silver necklace and coordinating embellished loafers.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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