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, 2 June 2026
Investor decks reach for it, headlines amplify it, and road maps get built around it.
—Sourabh Pateriya, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The parking fees will be the same as the other decks that are part of the ParkATL network, meaning $10 an hour for hourly parking and $30 a day for daily parking.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 1 June 2026
These globe string lights cast a soft, even glow that makes patios and decks feel warm and inviting for guests.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
Blending timeless elegance and modern luxury, the resort creates memorable experiences with its guestrooms, suites, elevated dining, wellness rituals and pool decks overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Manning the decks is the Hacker, Miss Kittin’s partner in crime, who flips the sawmill machinery of Dave Stewart’s production into ramshackle Miami bass.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 23 May 2026
The full list of open spray decks can be found on DCR’s swimming schedule webpage.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Block entry under decks, sheds and houses.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 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
In addition, individual guest tents are lined with expansive decks, designed with meditation and physical fitness in mind.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Investor decks reach for it, headlines amplify it, and road maps get built around it.
—Sourabh Pateriya, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The parking fees will be the same as the other decks that are part of the ParkATL network, meaning $10 an hour for hourly parking and $30 a day for daily parking.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 1 June 2026
These globe string lights cast a soft, even glow that makes patios and decks feel warm and inviting for guests.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
Blending timeless elegance and modern luxury, the resort creates memorable experiences with its guestrooms, suites, elevated dining, wellness rituals and pool decks overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Manning the decks is the Hacker, Miss Kittin’s partner in crime, who flips the sawmill machinery of Dave Stewart’s production into ramshackle Miami bass.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 23 May 2026
The full list of open spray decks can be found on DCR’s swimming schedule webpage.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Block entry under decks, sheds and houses.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 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 the largest multi-bedroom suites, balconies look out over the neighborhood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Where to Stay Hotels At Rough Riders Hotel, established in 1884, ask for one of the eight historic rooms; it's rumored President Roosevelt delivered a speech from one of the balconies.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
1 June 2026
Verb
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This volume adorns a huge number of bedside tables for a reason.—
Anna Holmes,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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Entry comes with a tug on the giant calligraphy brush that adorns the doorway.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Noun
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The main building’s three Golden Hour suites come with private terraces, ideal for sunset views.—
Anya von Bremzen,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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Wraparound terraces expand the living space, while a sculptural wood-and-glass spiral staircase leads to a rooftop retreat complete with an infinity-edge pool, lounge areas, and a summer kitchen.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 May 2026
Verb
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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.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
15 May 2026
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My cabin had a neutral-toned color scheme with decor in varying shades of beige and a dark navy carpet, which was a nice contrast to the vibrant art that decorates most of the ship.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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So many people arrived so fast that some homeowners rented out their porches, George said.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Most stately Southern porches around the lake had a variation of gingham check on porch swings, rocking chairs, or cushions to complement their patriotic bunting.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Made from a lightweight, stretchy jersey material, this top naturally drapes gorgeously across the body.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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In her grief, Claire drapes her body over her beloved’s and just cries out in pain.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Hannah dresses less like a modern college student and more like how an older generation remembers quirky girls dressing in their own late teens and early twenties.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
27 May 2026
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Shadbolt cleverly blitzes a bit of black walnut into a vinaigrette that dresses a spray of watercress on the side, adding an unexpected layer of harmony.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
Verb
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For 2026, the hybrid is offered in LXS, EX, SX, and SX Prestige trims.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The 2026 model, with only minor changes from 2025, is available in Premiere, Reserve and Black Label trims.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
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“Decks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decks. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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