1
as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies
traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree
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2
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations
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Recent Examples of decoration
Their World Cup lineup includes Carousel Cakes’ World Cup Soccer Funnyfetti Cake and its sprinkle‑filled layers, buttercream frosting and soccer‑ball decorations; and the more interactively aggressive Knipschildt Chocolatier World Cup Chocolate Match Ball.
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Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Named for the famous space program, these large fiberglass figures served as popular advertising icons and roadside decorations in the 1960s.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
For Walt Disney World's 25th Anniversary in the summer of 1997, it was painted to look like a birthday cake with candy decorations.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Just as appealing today as thousands of years ago, these stones prove that the earliest decorations still hold their power—only now reimagined through Spiro’s distinctly modern lens.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
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Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Named for the famous space program, these large fiberglass figures served as popular advertising icons and roadside decorations in the 1960s.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
For Walt Disney World's 25th Anniversary in the summer of 1997, it was painted to look like a birthday cake with candy decorations.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Just as appealing today as thousands of years ago, these stones prove that the earliest decorations still hold their power—only now reimagined through Spiro’s distinctly modern lens.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decoration
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The pop-up will display 20 pieces designed by Musa, as well as art depicting the dental ornamentation.—
Madeline Montgomery,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Even the rarest materials—Basra pearls, Golconda diamonds—get new life in a striking pair of earrings from Santi that mimic Maharaja ornamentation without feeling like ancient relics.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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Some chefs who were honored in past years with Outstanding, Emerging or regional Best Chef awards have gone on to become household names, including Alice Waters, Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse and Bobby Flay.—
Jeanne Bonner,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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Jelly Roll dedicates Grammy win to wife After winning the Grammy for best contemporary country album, Jelly Roll got emotional on the podium, dedicating the award to his wife, who wept and applauded in the audience.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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These ornaments were originally intended to symbolize speed, elegance and technological optimism.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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In one clip, Horner could be seen holding a ring box that had been hung like an ornament on a Christmas tree.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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My journalism awards include the 2010 Society of American Business Editors and Writers prize for commentary.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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In the live finale, New Hampshire native Aubry Bracco was crowned the 50th season Sole Survivor with a $2 million prize.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Elk and bear tooth pendants were also common items of ornamentation, and important community members were buried with those adornments.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Staff members draped us with orchid leis and invited us to stroll the lawn, where instructors taught us how to play the traditional bowling game ulu maika, and artisans offered wood carvings and flower adornments.—
Julie Orringer,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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The James Beard Awards, among the highest accolades in the American culinary industry, were announced Monday night, turning winning restaurants into must-visit destinations.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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His numerous accolades include 11 Primetime Emmys and five Directors Guild of America awards.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Horvath earned the honor after setting eight world records as a mountain climber.—
Zuri Primos
June 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Would have been an honor to write on that.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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