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
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
Six viewing decks offer panoramic views of the mountains above and Albuquerque's city lights below, while floor-to-ceiling windows blur the line between indoors and out.
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Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
29 June 2026
Nearly every room opens onto one of seven balconies and decks suspended among the trees.
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Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Buildings are pancaked, their floors stacked like decks of cards.
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Fernando Narro Roman,
NPR,
28 June 2026
The house rises three stories through the oaks with valley views staged from nearly every level and balconies and decks stacked like outlooks on a trail.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2026
Below decks, the power plant must be heavy-duty, providing rapid throttling and precise maneuvering.
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David Szondy
june 27,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
Afro-house phenom AMÉMÉ then took to the decks delivering his signature native sound.
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Danny Klein,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
In addition to the sleeping spaces, the multi-level villas include dining areas, kitchenettes with refrigerators and electric cook tops, fireplaces, walkout decks, and washers and dryers.
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Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
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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.
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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.
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Joe Lynch,
Billboard,
27 Oct. 2025
From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
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Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
When that doesn’t work, Murtagh decks him.
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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.
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Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
All are set on the beach within a coral-stone throw of the Indian Ocean with large decks and big (if not very deep) private pools.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
Six viewing decks offer panoramic views of the mountains above and Albuquerque's city lights below, while floor-to-ceiling windows blur the line between indoors and out.
—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
29 June 2026
Nearly every room opens onto one of seven balconies and decks suspended among the trees.
—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Buildings are pancaked, their floors stacked like decks of cards.
—
Fernando Narro Roman,
NPR,
28 June 2026
The house rises three stories through the oaks with valley views staged from nearly every level and balconies and decks stacked like outlooks on a trail.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2026
Below decks, the power plant must be heavy-duty, providing rapid throttling and precise maneuvering.
—
David Szondy
june 27,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
Afro-house phenom AMÉMÉ then took to the decks delivering his signature native sound.
—
Danny Klein,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
In addition to the sleeping spaces, the multi-level villas include dining areas, kitchenettes with refrigerators and electric cook tops, fireplaces, walkout decks, and washers and dryers.
—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 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.
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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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Sheets of rain fell through halftime as thousands of fans huddled in the concourse and under balconies.
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Sheets of rain continued to fall through halftime as fans wrapped themselves in ponchos and huddled in the concourse and under balconies.
Verb
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Co-Space has become known for the visual art that adorns its walls, and Byrd created a blue-and-white painting at the center.
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Other clocks are affixed to a structure, like the clocks at Union Station, or the clock that adorns the archway into Little Village.
Noun
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Every roof is doing something — most of the roofs are terraces, while two are set aside for solar panels.
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Blending original Balinese woodwork, stonework and artwork with modern amenities and Panamanian spa treatments and genuine hospitality, La Coralina offers luxury rooms with private terraces and villas with private plunge pools.
Verb
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The sandals are embellished with the signature Ribbon buckle, which decorates a dainty strap that wraps delicately around the ankle.
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Among the first illustrators Vicki represented was Robert Grossman, who eventually became Annie’s dad — his art still decorates the walls.
Noun
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At just under 2 feet wide, the compact table is the perfect size for smaller patios, porches, and garden nooks where space is at a premium.
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Color, texture, and form are key visual considerations when choosing plants for porches, patios, or other outdoor spaces.
Verb
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This tank has a modest silhouette and is designed with wide straps to hide your bra straps, a relaxed fit, and a slightly flowy hem that drapes away from the body.
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Cook over medium-high, stirring vigorously with one hand while moving the pan back and forth with the other, until the sauce glossily drapes the noodles, 5 to 7 minutes.
Verb
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Honestly, Suzie has been a caricature of a demanding boss straight from some sort of rom-com situation, but Paula finally dresses her down here and the scene is delightful.
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While both draw big crowds and, like the pope, Bad Bunny often dresses in white, their messages are contrasting.
Verb
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Coppola's preferred version of the film, Final Cut, removes or trims a handful of sequences, including the exchange between Willard (Martin Sheen) and the Playboy Playmates, and Kurtz (Marlon Brando) reading from TIME magazine.
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For 2026, the hybrid is offered in LXS, EX, SX, and SX Prestige trims.
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“Decks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decks. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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