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decorated the mansion's hallways with priceless paintings and luxurious tapestries
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Recent Examples of decorated
Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
The film is based on the true story of Joseph ‘Lupo’ Rulli (Interdonato), a legendary New Jersey boxer plagued with polio before his career peaks, who then rises as a mobster in the Bonanno Crime family, while his older brother Dennis (Stahl) becomes a decorated State Policeman in the same town.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025
The decorated soccer played added several snaps of him and Harper embracing one another throughout the years, including an adorable photo of Harper as a toddler with a pacifier in her mouth hugging David.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the shorter, decorated sword likely wasn’t functional.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
With a team decorated with transfers, the Aggies built a roster to improve on last year's horrific season.
—Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Bolding’s joyful daisies decorated the Sidecca tote bag given to customers at November’s reopening, just before December’s intense rainstorms.
—Solvej Schou, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Hite remembered their home as very quiet, decorated mainly by images of Christ on the Cross.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Michelle Williams donned a sleeveless, floor-length pink dress that was decorated with floral embellishments and featured a high neckline.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Inside, the long, narrow space feels warm and inviting, with light-wood booths, soft lighting, and walls decorated with maneki‑neko, lanterns, Japanese newspaper ads, and colorful food banners.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Both Montalbano and Hutcherson are experienced and decorated NASA leaders.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
The cloth bears are festively decorated.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The decorated skier suffered back-to-back injuries in the last month.
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
The film is based on the true story of Joseph ‘Lupo’ Rulli (Interdonato), a legendary New Jersey boxer plagued with polio before his career peaks, who then rises as a mobster in the Bonanno Crime family, while his older brother Dennis (Stahl) becomes a decorated State Policeman in the same town.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025
The decorated soccer played added several snaps of him and Harper embracing one another throughout the years, including an adorable photo of Harper as a toddler with a pacifier in her mouth hugging David.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the shorter, decorated sword likely wasn’t functional.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2025
Verb
Both players’ spaces in the visitors’ locker room were decorated with pictures of their time with the Clippers.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
With a team decorated with transfers, the Aggies built a roster to improve on last year's horrific season.
—Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Bolding’s joyful daisies decorated the Sidecca tote bag given to customers at November’s reopening, just before December’s intense rainstorms.
—Solvej Schou, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Hite remembered their home as very quiet, decorated mainly by images of Christ on the Cross.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Michelle Williams donned a sleeveless, floor-length pink dress that was decorated with floral embellishments and featured a high neckline.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Inside, the long, narrow space feels warm and inviting, with light-wood booths, soft lighting, and walls decorated with maneki‑neko, lanterns, Japanese newspaper ads, and colorful food banners.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Both Montalbano and Hutcherson are experienced and decorated NASA leaders.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
The cloth bears are festively decorated.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorated
Verb
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The website’s background is now adorned with a grid of T’s.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Constructed out of poplar timber, the openings are festooned with gingerbread details handpainted and adorned by Wally Whitehurst.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Last night, the coolest dressed couple decided to switch-things up and hit the comedy circuit.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2026
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That night, from the balcony of the White House, Gerald and Betty Ford—dressed, inevitably, in red, white, and blue—watched the fireworks display over the Washington Monument.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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On the other side of the living area was my and my husband’s room, with a king bed draped in netting, an en-suite bathroom with two stone sinks, live-edge wood counters, and a rain shower with a large window to outside, and a larger terrace with a hammock.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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During spring, the small town is draped in daffodils and temperatures are mild.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.—
Wendy O'Dea,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Blazy’s Chanel was a story of lightness that began with transparent silk mousseline pieces and flourished into dresses and suits and dresses ornamented with layers of feathers.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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The nude number is appliquéd with lace and ornamented with stones.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Brutalism resonates in the concrete displays and furniture of the ground floor, all decked in chalky off-white, including a monolithic centerpiece brick structure, while romance echoes in the upper floor — its amphitheater-like layout covered in maroon carpeting.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, the house has been known primarily for turning out dress watches, many of which—on the higher end—come decked in diamonds and precious gems in keeping with its reputation as a top-tier jeweler.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
19 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Christmas market in Ban Jelačić Square has the city’s big, bedecked tree, concerts and cultural performances, plus market stalls selling gifts, handicrafts, and bites like fritule (crispy miniature doughnut balls).—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Cue the embellished velvet cuissardes and retro little pumps that are no stranger to women of the ‘80s who loved a power dressing moment.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Gwyneth Paltrow dazzled in a sleeveless black Givenchy gown featuring a sheer bodice with a plunging V-neckline and lace overlay along with an embellished tea-length tulle skirt.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Decorated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorated. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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