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 ornaments were originally intended to symbolize speed, elegance and technological optimism.
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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.
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In the event of multiple jackpot winners, the jackpot prize will be shared.
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Many have prizes, billboards and screens playing panoramic videos on loop.
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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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The James Beard Awards, among the highest accolades in the American culinary industry, were announced Monday night, turning winning restaurants into must-visit destinations.
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His numerous accolades include 11 Primetime Emmys and five Directors Guild of America awards.
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Karaban earned first-team All-Big East Conference honors as a senior this season.
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In addition to setting a new world record for top scorer in the World Cup among men, Messi became the first to play in six World Cups — ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo later joining him with that honor, per NBC News.
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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