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
Along with her intense attention to detail with the set decoration, Healy also worked closely with Wilde on the set’s floor plan.
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Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
26 June 2026
Inspired by the peppy and colorful roller rinks of the ‘90s, these Halloween decorations capture the magic of childhood holiday parties.
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
AmaSofia’s spring 2026 debut brings 31 departures, including Christmas Markets cruises, when festive decorations transform old towns and cathedrals.
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Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Greenmade 27-Gallon Storage Bin The Greenmade 27-Gallon Storage Bin has become a Costco favorite for organizing garages, attics, holiday decorations, and even cross-country moves thanks to its heavy-duty design.
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Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
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Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
26 June 2026
Inspired by the peppy and colorful roller rinks of the ‘90s, these Halloween decorations capture the magic of childhood holiday parties.
—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
AmaSofia’s spring 2026 debut brings 31 departures, including Christmas Markets cruises, when festive decorations transform old towns and cathedrals.
—
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Greenmade 27-Gallon Storage Bin The Greenmade 27-Gallon Storage Bin has become a Costco favorite for organizing garages, attics, holiday decorations, and even cross-country moves thanks to its heavy-duty design.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decoration
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Scenes from the Old and New Testaments unfold across its length, set within an elaborate decorative scheme inspired by Roman ornamentation.
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The pop-up will display 20 pieces designed by Musa, as well as art depicting the dental ornamentation.
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ElAttrache’s patients include 18 of 29 players who won the MVP or Cy Young awards over the past 10 years.
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The award will recognize a singular work selected from qualifying American narrative television and film that address environmental issues through creativity and possibility.
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These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments.
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But what if diversity wasn’t just a checkbox or an ornament for your outward-facing messaging?
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Win prizes playing interactive games, network with artists and entrepreneurs and enjoy signature drinks and bar snacks available for purchase.
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When the Allied powers prevailed in World War II, the United States took the ship as a war prize.
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Elk and bear tooth pendants were also common items of ornamentation, and important community members were buried with those adornments.
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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.
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Nonetheless, the 36-year-old’s accolades speak for themselves.
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Sure, the accolades are great, but there’s nothing better than reading a Spurrier quote.
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The honor is part of the 12th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards, which will take place on July 14 in New York City before the ESPYS.
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The Hall of Fame honors persons who have made outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television over a lifetime career or via singular achievements.
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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