as in to decorate
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the town hall was draped in bunting for the annual Fourth of July festivities
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Recent Examples of drape
Also new were the designer’s first jersey pieces, with draping departing from the rear and enclosing the shoulders, open on the midriff and sculpted around the hips.
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Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Recreate it by draping Everlane’s oversized crewneck over Arma’s suede trench coat and Gap’s chocolate-brown trousers, then finish with heeled boots and a robin’s egg blue bag for a fresh pop of color.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
The land was a former family vineyard and cherry tree orchard -- an elevated site draped along a bend of high ridges and exposed bluffs that fall toward the water.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In the photos that newspapers printed after his murder, he is often hunched over, a long shawl draped across his broad shoulders, looking far into the distance.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
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Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Recreate it by draping Everlane’s oversized crewneck over Arma’s suede trench coat and Gap’s chocolate-brown trousers, then finish with heeled boots and a robin’s egg blue bag for a fresh pop of color.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
The land was a former family vineyard and cherry tree orchard -- an elevated site draped along a bend of high ridges and exposed bluffs that fall toward the water.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In the photos that newspapers printed after his murder, he is often hunched over, a long shawl draped across his broad shoulders, looking far into the distance.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drape
Verb
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One of the lawsuits named Bill Elliott, decorated Celina High School football coach, who is Caleb Elliott’s father.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Throughout 2026, travelers can book experiences ranging from baking and cocktail-making to floristry and cake decorating.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Teeny hearts and silver dots adorn this crisp French manicure for a cutsey and romantic finish.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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Grab a seat in the room adorned with antique-market finds and low, flickering candles.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Scherr was dressed out, but sat on the bench with what appeared to be a brace for support for her back.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Feb. 2026
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From cozy sweater dresses that feel comfortable enough for long travel days to polished maxi dresses that work for dinners and special occasions, winter-friendly silhouettes make getting dressed on the road refreshingly easy.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Drape.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drape. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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