decks 1 of 2

plural of deck
as in balconies
a flat roofless structure attached to a building the family usually ate on the deck on summer evenings

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decks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of deck

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Recent Examples of decks
Noun
After all, slide decks and presentations sit at the center of knowledge work. Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 Housed in a buttery leather sleeve that’s unmistakably Bottega, this comes with two custom decks created in collaboration with legendary Italian cardmaker Modiano. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026 Long horizontal lines and bands of glazing run from the near-vertical bow to the cascading aft decks, giving the vessel a sense of movement even at rest. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2026 The feature is a way to encourage players to try new decks and go out of their comfort zone with bounties. Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026 Built in 2017 by Lurssen, the yacht has six decks and accommodates 16 guests and 36 crew. Robert Frank, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 Struck demonstrated the tool auditing quarter-end materials to catch discrepancies between board decks and actuals. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026 Video shows thick black smoke engulfing the Mutiara Sentosa 2 as panicked passengers crowd the decks, some leaping overboard to escape the flames. Trisnadi, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026 Designed for patios, balconies, porches, pool decks, and walkways that could use a little TLC, the 12-inch tiles are waterproof, splinter-free, and bring the warmth of real wood to an outdoor space on a budget. Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
Verb
Its vessels would be sexy and sleek, cabins outfitted with red hammocks and decks child-free. Jp Brammer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 The costuming, which decks its cast in traditional Polynesian attire, nails the transition between media, but the real humans of the film clash against the cartoonish designs of Hei Hei or the giant crab Tamatoa (Jemaine Clement). Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 8 July 2026 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 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
  • That’s exemplified by the expansive outdoor terraces and balconies that appear to hang over the bustling Beltline Eastside Trail.
    Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • East Bay Suites offers comfy lakeside condos with balconies and fireplaces.
    Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • For the past two decades, Caneer has co-chaired an endowed swimming scholarship honoring his former coach, Dick Anderson, whose name also adorns the university’s swimming facility.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026
  • To be sure, the Russian space agency Roscosmos (like other space agencies) often adorns its rockets with colorful artwork and logos that may not necessarily result in payment.
    Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • The upper floors and sculpture terraces are also connected by a series of exterior staircases, with great views of the downtown skyline, and a rare opportunity to experience art en plein aire.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • That’s exemplified by the expansive outdoor terraces and balconies that appear to hang over the bustling Beltline Eastside Trail.
    Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The print decorates a semi-sheer collarless evening jacket, an ideal day-to-night piece, according to Brock.
    Ari Stark, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
  • The painting that decorates the ceiling, Apollo Slaying the Serpent Python, was created by the artist Eugène Delacroix.
    News Desk, Artforum, 22 July 2026
Noun
  • These are communities where leisurely mornings are encouraged, and rocking chairs on front porches are plentiful.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026
  • While some like Ríos García have slept on the boulevard, others struggle to get some rest on balconies and front porches.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The dress is made from a light, airy material that drapes gorgeously over your body.
    Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
  • In one photo, Kate drapes an arm around George, who is now almost her height (the future king turns 13 later this month).
    Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • Later, CeCe dresses her up in a pink tutu and makes up a dance for her kitten.
    Parents, Parents, 31 July 2026
  • Regardless, men behaving in a repulsed or shocked way when a man dresses feminine or in women’s clothing is homophobic.
    Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • Your steady focus turns play into practice, while your patience trims perfectionism and lets authentic joy take the stage.
    Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Spink’s optimism about the growth opportunities in Saudi Arabia comes even as the kingdom trims capital expenditure, cuts some projects, and limits spending on foreign consultants.
    Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 1 July 2026

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“Decks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decks. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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