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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 open shelf keeps decorations on display and TV remotes handy, while the two drawers underneath offer chic hiding spots for clutter when unexpected guests stop by.
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Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Today, with the plush sofas and cozy decorations installed by the real estate folks tasked with selling the place, the house feels very much like a home.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 21 Jan. 2026
Holiday Decor Juliana Meidl, a professional organizer and the founder and owner of Serenity At Home recommends donating holiday decorations, especially at the beginning of a new year once holiday celebrations wind down.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Staffers worked the phones from cubicles festooned with Halloween decorations.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
Once the decorations are packed away and the calendar turns from festive and full to routine and stark white, the winter doldrums can really settle in.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026
Now that the holidays are over, the decorations are put away and scenes of dreary, wintry weather dance in our heads, one plant with flowers resembling roses that comes into bloom this time of year are camellias.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2026
The towering incense cedars, stout black oak trees and spindly pines were cloaked in the ornaments of moisture, dangling like tiny decorations on a holiday tree.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
Enjoy lion dances, traditional music, acrobatics, local talent including K-Pop and folk performances, street food, a car exhibit, workshops including calligraphy, tea ceremony and creating decorations.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Today, with the plush sofas and cozy decorations installed by the real estate folks tasked with selling the place, the house feels very much like a home.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 21 Jan. 2026
Holiday Decor Juliana Meidl, a professional organizer and the founder and owner of Serenity At Home recommends donating holiday decorations, especially at the beginning of a new year once holiday celebrations wind down.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Staffers worked the phones from cubicles festooned with Halloween decorations.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
Once the decorations are packed away and the calendar turns from festive and full to routine and stark white, the winter doldrums can really settle in.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026
Now that the holidays are over, the decorations are put away and scenes of dreary, wintry weather dance in our heads, one plant with flowers resembling roses that comes into bloom this time of year are camellias.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2026
The towering incense cedars, stout black oak trees and spindly pines were cloaked in the ornaments of moisture, dangling like tiny decorations on a holiday tree.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
Enjoy lion dances, traditional music, acrobatics, local talent including K-Pop and folk performances, street food, a car exhibit, workshops including calligraphy, tea ceremony and creating decorations.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorations
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Find jewelry, homewares, Christmas ornaments, gifts, and more at this artisan store, which represents many different craftsmakers and has two locations in town.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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But over the next 75 years, people kept tweaking the cocktail, hanging ornaments on it.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2026
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Kia earned seven awards across different car types for the Kia Niro, Sorento, Sportage (hybrid), Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), EV9 (electric) and K4 and Sorento (gas).—
Sasha Lekach,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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For the sixth time in 12 weeks, both of the Big East’s weekly awards belong to the UConn women’s basketball team.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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This year’s winners netted more than $60,000 in prizes, including dive cruises and underwater photography gear.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
27 Jan. 2026
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When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2026
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The restaurateur’s identity is represented via cultural adornments, family photographs or artwork plastered along the walls.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
21 Jan. 2026
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On top of Megadeth’s Grammy accolades and double-platinum record sales, Mustaine beat throat cancer in 2019, holds black belts in taekwondo and karate, and owns a successful winemaking business with his wife and daughter.—
Eli Enis,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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WandaVision earned critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including 23 Emmy nominations and three wins.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Jan. 2026
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Bridgeland Distillery’s cask-finished single malt also took honors, showing how finishing and single malt production are becoming bigger parts of the Canadian landscape.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Stephen graduated with honors from Yale and received a master of fine arts in fiction at New York University.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Decorations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorations. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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