as in adorns
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 decks
Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
The structure of the decks included four suits—Cups, Coins, Swords, and Batons—alongside a series of trump cards known as trionfi.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
The electric pressure washer is suitable for grills, patio furniture, decks, walkways, fences, patios and more.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
Through the main and upper decks, glass is the star of the show, creating an easy flow between the inside and the sea beyond that focuses on filling the spaces with light.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
And the Sphere, a giant well…sphere…an orb-like atrium in the middle of the ship that’s three decks high and protrudes from both sides of the vessel like a pregnant belly.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The designers have plenty of space to work their aesthetic magic — each house has six bedrooms, a second-floor terrace that spans the length of the residence, and pool decks on the main floor.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
Forward-thinking leaders aren’t using AI to squeeze out a 10% productivity lift – faster decks, leaner teams, more output from the same workflows.
—May Habib, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
Riding lawnmowers have wide cutting decks ranging from 21 to 60 inches.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 22 Feb. 2026
Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2025
Alternatively, indulge in the timeless elegance of the Ritz Paris, which decks its halls in festive holiday fashion every year.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025
Christmas music decks the halls of the Billboard Holiday 100 at the end of every year, but some creepy cuts lurk around the October charts as well.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025
When that doesn’t work, Murtagh decks him.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 12 Sep. 2025
Virgin Voyages The adults-only cruise line decks its ships out for Halloween and features special activities on select October sailings.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Players collect and craft Loadout Cards to build strategic decks that influence gameplay and visuals, competing across four tournament arenas.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
The structure of the decks included four suits—Cups, Coins, Swords, and Batons—alongside a series of trump cards known as trionfi.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
The electric pressure washer is suitable for grills, patio furniture, decks, walkways, fences, patios and more.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
Through the main and upper decks, glass is the star of the show, creating an easy flow between the inside and the sea beyond that focuses on filling the spaces with light.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
And the Sphere, a giant well…sphere…an orb-like atrium in the middle of the ship that’s three decks high and protrudes from both sides of the vessel like a pregnant belly.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The designers have plenty of space to work their aesthetic magic — each house has six bedrooms, a second-floor terrace that spans the length of the residence, and pool decks on the main floor.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
Forward-thinking leaders aren’t using AI to squeeze out a 10% productivity lift – faster decks, leaner teams, more output from the same workflows.
—May Habib, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
Riding lawnmowers have wide cutting decks ranging from 21 to 60 inches.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
Tour The Decorations At The Davis Mansion The Davis Mansion is a beautiful example of Greek Revival architecture that's worth visiting any time of year, but particularly at the holidays when the staff decks the halls with festive displays.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2025
Alternatively, indulge in the timeless elegance of the Ritz Paris, which decks its halls in festive holiday fashion every year.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025
Christmas music decks the halls of the Billboard Holiday 100 at the end of every year, but some creepy cuts lurk around the October charts as well.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025
When that doesn’t work, Murtagh decks him.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 12 Sep. 2025
Virgin Voyages The adults-only cruise line decks its ships out for Halloween and features special activities on select October sailings.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decks
Noun
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In Jerusalem, musicians set up on balconies overlooking the main drag and street parties in the stone alleys stretch into the evening.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Men and women stepped onto their balconies, watching the crowd stream past—not an unusual sight there since liberation, except that now there were no tri-star revolutionary flags, no banners calling for freedom.—
Anand Gopal,
New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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My favorite Italian/Italian American cookbooks The famous recipe for pinwheel lasagna that adorns the cover is one of my go-to dishes.—
Jamila Robinson,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Feb. 2026
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Walk a bit deeper inside, and a collage of memories adorns a wall near their kitchen.—
Zach Dennis,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The 12 homes are expected to average approximately 3,700 square feet, excluding the attached private garage or terraces.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Visitors can explore its vast interior, archaeological area, and rooftop terraces, which offer views over the city skyline.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The iconic Burberry pattern, which is known as the Burberry Check, decorates the sole of the shoe, adding more brand identity to the shoes.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Ink decorates her hands and wrists, poking out from under the sleeves of her gray cashmere cardigan.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Slowly, as historic Art Deco buildings are renovated, Ocean Drive’s porches are filling up with colorful cafe umbrellas and youthful crowds.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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It was likely built on limestone piers, with a tall roof and grand porches.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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The bed drapes in Will and Agnes’ room are made, and have an orangey red color.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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For the uninitiated—and those without this excellent Instagram on your Explore page—the Sciura is a Milanese woman who dresses elegantly and impeccably.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Mar. 2026
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Middleburg also dresses to the nines for the holiday season, with festivities kicking off the first weekend of December during a multiday affair known as Christmas in Middleburg.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The jersey also includes a jock tag depicting a dove carrying an olive branch, while the Pride’s familiar purple trims the collar, cuffs and player lettering.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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Like other series in a similar position, most notably Dick Wolf’s dramas, Grey’s Anatomy has gone through budget trims the last couple of seasons, including reducing the episodic guarantees of veteran cast members the last two years, with each appearing in 14 of the show’s 18 episodes each season.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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