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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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
If the answer is no, the seal is decoration.
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Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
The site of the coronations of Reza Shah (1926) and Mohammad Reza Shah (1967), the palace is known for its intricate mirror-work and elaborate decoration, and in the early 1970s appeared on Iranian currency.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 Mar. 2026
Bags may not have an all-over print or decoration that prohibits full view of its contents.
—Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 4 Mar. 2026
He’d previously deployed to Kuwait in 2009 and 2019, earning decorations that include an Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star and an Overseas Service Ribbon.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
The site of the coronations of Reza Shah (1926) and Mohammad Reza Shah (1967), the palace is known for its intricate mirror-work and elaborate decoration, and in the early 1970s appeared on Iranian currency.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 Mar. 2026
Bags may not have an all-over print or decoration that prohibits full view of its contents.
—Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 4 Mar. 2026
He’d previously deployed to Kuwait in 2009 and 2019, earning decorations that include an Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star and an Overseas Service Ribbon.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decoration
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But Yee hopes that straight talk and her distinct lack of ornamentation will count for something with California voters.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Following the Great Depression, many of the original principles of Art Deco—like rich materials and opulent ornamentation—were no longer affordable and, in some situations, no longer desirable.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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On Sunday, sections of Hollywood will close for the awards show.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, Chris Evans, Javier Bardem, Chase Infiniti, Demi Moore and Kumail Nanjiani will also present trophies at the awards show.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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This ornament, situating them as something between a throw pillow and a hand muff, shrouds the thick-boned fore- and hindquarters that give them a characteristic rolling gait.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Putting up the Christmas tree last year with ornaments Ryan and his sister made was tough, Gary said.—
Emma Hurt,
AJC.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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Back in February 2025, the 62nd Publicists Awards honored the teams behind Wicked and All About Agatha with its marquee prizes.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2026
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Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office.—
Shelly Conlon,
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,
13 Mar. 2026
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The high-low hair adornment has arrived.—
Arden Fanning Andrews,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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The flag had become a landmark, a giant adornment in the heart of downtown.—
Anand Gopal,
New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2026
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At its core, securing a listing is not about impressing an owner with accolades or confidence alone.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
7 Mar. 2026
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Those accolades reflect a storied season, but don’t hold weight next to the Bruins’ ultimate goals.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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On Monday, Villanova’s Devin Askew won Big East Sixth Man of the Year, while teammate Tyler Perkins was named the conference’s Most Improved Player — an honor Ejiofor won last year.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Mountain West announced its all-conference basketball awards on Tuesday afternoon, and just one Boise State player earned honors.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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