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as in ornaments
something that decorates or beautifies
traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree
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as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations
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Recent Examples of decorations
The hotel was decked out in Chiefs colors, from either the fans wearing hats, jerseys and shirts to the elevators inside featuring team decorations.
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Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
The festivities included a catered spread of food, themed decorations and a special gift from the brand.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Keep scrolling for more Halloween decorations from Pottery Barn’s clearance section for up to 50% off.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian cruises that fall during Halloween will feature specialty cocktails, decorations and more.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
During Christmas one year, when there was no money for a tree or decorations, mother and daughters taped leaves and pine cones to a paper cutout of a tree affixed to the living-room wall.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
The basement and the attic are great, out-of-the-way spots for luggage, holiday and seasonal decorations, wreaths, metal and plastic items, and kitchen items like pots and pans.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
When his rural house of horrors was discovered by authorities in 1957, future production designers got a laundry list of ideas for grotesque set decorations.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 29 Aug. 2025
With the events, neighbors came to expect rumbling trucks delivering food, decorations and furniture.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
The festivities included a catered spread of food, themed decorations and a special gift from the brand.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Keep scrolling for more Halloween decorations from Pottery Barn’s clearance section for up to 50% off.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian cruises that fall during Halloween will feature specialty cocktails, decorations and more.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
During Christmas one year, when there was no money for a tree or decorations, mother and daughters taped leaves and pine cones to a paper cutout of a tree affixed to the living-room wall.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
The basement and the attic are great, out-of-the-way spots for luggage, holiday and seasonal decorations, wreaths, metal and plastic items, and kitchen items like pots and pans.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
When his rural house of horrors was discovered by authorities in 1957, future production designers got a laundry list of ideas for grotesque set decorations.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 29 Aug. 2025
With the events, neighbors came to expect rumbling trucks delivering food, decorations and furniture.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorations
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Their distinctive products include lowball tumblers, decanters, and pitchers as well as decor like holiday ornaments.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Start by selecting a focal point, such as the Grand Duchess Tree or a statement yard piece, then build around it using garlands, mini trees, or complementary ornaments.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Aug. 2025
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After about 7 years of not attending the MTV VMAs, Ariana Grande took home multiple major awards at this year's awards show.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Swift and Beyoncé entered the evening tied for the most-ever VMA awards.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The $2,000,000 Lucky game launched in May, and since then players have won more than $27 million in prizes — and more than $77 million in prizes are left, including two more top prizes.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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For an additional $1 per play, the Power Play feature can multiply non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five or 10 times.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Its scoop neck also creates space for a necklace stack (take it from us and amplify the beige-adjacent color with gold adornments).—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 Aug. 2025
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Sequin beads and delicate embroidery are some of the most common adornments–though feathers and fil-coupe are thrown in the mix from time to time, as well.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
23 Aug. 2025
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The latter two were honored with accolades like the 2025 Video Vanguard Award and the Latin Icon Award, respectively.—
Mikelle Street,
Them.,
8 Sep. 2025
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His time with the Packers included leading them to a Super Bowl victory and capturing several NFL MVP Awards, among other accolades and statistical achievements.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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According to a news release, the annual award honors and recognizes teachers who exemplify excellence in their profession as well as those who leave a lasting positive impact on their students.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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With more than 120 million albums sold nationwide, Osbourne was a five-time Grammy winner, two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, both with Black Sabbath in 2006 and as a solo artist in 2024, with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars, among other honors.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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She’s currently tied with Beyoncé—also nominated at this year’s awards—for the most Video Music Awards wins, with 30 Moon Men trophies to her name.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nevertheless, England’s white-ball 50-over team is no longer a serious contender for major trophies.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Decorations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorations. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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