as in decorating
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
deck the halls with boughs of holly
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Recent Examples of decking
There is also a sinking slope decking display simulating the 15-degree angle that the ship sank, at 15-minute intervals, for visitors to climb upon.
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Gregory Harutunian,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
There are private pools and decking featuring hammocks, sun loungers with umbrellas, a large swing, and areas to sit, eat, and chat as a group, and a Big Green Egg barbecue grill.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Parker said a subcontractor working at the parking garage was in the process of installing precast concrete flooring, decking and roofing segments, and one of them failed.
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Tom Dougherty,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
The last major decking project like this, Hudson Yards, left a sour taste in the mouth of many New Yorkers.
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Ben Guttmann,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Gregory Harutunian,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
There are private pools and decking featuring hammocks, sun loungers with umbrellas, a large swing, and areas to sit, eat, and chat as a group, and a Big Green Egg barbecue grill.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Parker said a subcontractor working at the parking garage was in the process of installing precast concrete flooring, decking and roofing segments, and one of them failed.
—
Tom Dougherty,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
The last major decking project like this, Hudson Yards, left a sour taste in the mouth of many New Yorkers.
—
Ben Guttmann,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decking
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Angela, a high-strung perfectionist, spends the day meticulously preparing dinner and decorating the apartment for the impromptu gathering.
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The test, Craig said, is whether the partnership produces something real for fans rather than just decorating the shirt.
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The white button-down and black mini skirt combination is a classic pairing that's taken to the next level with rose-adorning pumps and bright red ankle socks.
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After adorning the classic sneaker with various flower details including roses, cherry blossoms and bluebells, a new trio of women’s Air Force 1s is blooming at the brink of summer.
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The halter style left most of her back exposed, draping crystal and pearl-like embroidery across her shoulder blades, waist and hips.
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Try Tree Nets Another way to stop squirrels from climbing fruit trees is by draping wildlife-safe netting over the entire tree canopy.
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“Decking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decking. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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