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to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the simple country church has an aura of serene spirituality that is often missing in more embossed houses of worship
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Recent Examples of embossed
Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
For a stylish touch, the pitcher has a glossy, pink finish that’s complemented by embossed bows, an ergonomic handle, and an easy-pour spout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Golden West Lainey Wilson’s Western boot brand Golden West recently dropped its Night Bloom cowboy boot, a short style with embossed python leather on the foot and a pull tab, complementing a rich bourbon brown.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The base of this display piece is light pink, with embossed pleats and diamonds that evoke a bridal gown.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
The embossed texture and rich chocolate color of these Avec Les Filles pants give them a very luxe appearance when paired with a neutral turtleneck or classic sweater.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
With nighttime arriving sooner thanks to daylight savings, this on-sale table lamp adds a warm glow to your space as well as some hints of texture with its embossed base.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
The weighty Guerlain Rouge G case comes in a wide variety of fabrics, colors, and textures—glossy tortoiseshell, embossed gold, glittering crystals—that house one of the most luxurious lipstick formulas on the market.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Even the small Israel flag embossed on Avdija’s jersey was no different from the flag worn by any other of the international stars, including Nikola Jokić, who grew up in Slobodan Milošević’s Serbia, and Alperen Sengun, who was raised in Recep Erdoğan’s Turkey, and had those flags on their jerseys.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
Back in 2002, Britney Spears famously wore a Juicy Couture baby T-shirt with the exact same phrase embossed on the fabric.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Mexico has required photo ID since 1991, with every voter receiving a tamper-proof ID that includes a thumbprint and embossed hologram.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 16 Feb. 2026
Starting February 2, many food retailers will carry — for a limited time — packages of Marvel Oreo Stuf of Legends Cookies, which will feature the popular sandwich cookie embossed with characters from the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four — along with Spider-Man favorites.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
The Our Chalet design was also embossed on the cookie.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Jan. 2026
There’s no denying who this Papier planner belongs to—the customizable monogram tastefully displays your initials, embossed with gold foil.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
The Dior ambassador opted for a pair of the brand's take on the biker boots, adorned with multiple straps (some belt-like and placed asymmetrically) with metal eyelets and the Christian Dior name embossed in the center.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2025
Adjective
This could be a sign on an embossed seal or coin, or the features of a dramatic mask carved by a highly skilled mask maker and worn in the Greek theatre.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
For a stylish touch, the pitcher has a glossy, pink finish that’s complemented by embossed bows, an ergonomic handle, and an easy-pour spout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Golden West Lainey Wilson’s Western boot brand Golden West recently dropped its Night Bloom cowboy boot, a short style with embossed python leather on the foot and a pull tab, complementing a rich bourbon brown.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The base of this display piece is light pink, with embossed pleats and diamonds that evoke a bridal gown.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
The embossed texture and rich chocolate color of these Avec Les Filles pants give them a very luxe appearance when paired with a neutral turtleneck or classic sweater.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
With nighttime arriving sooner thanks to daylight savings, this on-sale table lamp adds a warm glow to your space as well as some hints of texture with its embossed base.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
The weighty Guerlain Rouge G case comes in a wide variety of fabrics, colors, and textures—glossy tortoiseshell, embossed gold, glittering crystals—that house one of the most luxurious lipstick formulas on the market.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
Perhaps the most striking detail of the piece, though, is the lid that’s embossed with a stunning floral design and finished with a gold-tone knob.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Even the small Israel flag embossed on Avdija’s jersey was no different from the flag worn by any other of the international stars, including Nikola Jokić, who grew up in Slobodan Milošević’s Serbia, and Alperen Sengun, who was raised in Recep Erdoğan’s Turkey, and had those flags on their jerseys.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
Back in 2002, Britney Spears famously wore a Juicy Couture baby T-shirt with the exact same phrase embossed on the fabric.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Mexico has required photo ID since 1991, with every voter receiving a tamper-proof ID that includes a thumbprint and embossed hologram.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 16 Feb. 2026
Starting February 2, many food retailers will carry — for a limited time — packages of Marvel Oreo Stuf of Legends Cookies, which will feature the popular sandwich cookie embossed with characters from the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four — along with Spider-Man favorites.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
The Our Chalet design was also embossed on the cookie.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Jan. 2026
There’s no denying who this Papier planner belongs to—the customizable monogram tastefully displays your initials, embossed with gold foil.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
The Dior ambassador opted for a pair of the brand's take on the biker boots, adorned with multiple straps (some belt-like and placed asymmetrically) with metal eyelets and the Christian Dior name embossed in the center.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embossed
Adjective
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Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.—
Timothy Latterner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Feb. 2026
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Along with embroidered chambray shirts and poplin button-downs, the standalone boutique features a dreamy lineup of books, linen napkins, and vintage accessories to complement your Wyoming attire.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Both players’ spaces in the visitors’ locker room were decorated with pictures of their time with the Clippers.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
5 Mar. 2026
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With a team decorated with transfers, the Aggies built a roster to improve on last year's horrific season.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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However, unlike laced sneakers that are always coming undone, these shoes feature an easy-to-use adjustable hook-and-loop strap for better wearability.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2026
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In the photo posted to Instagram, Stone wore a red, laced lingerie ensemble and crossed her legs while sitting in a luxurious white and gold chair.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Rose Byrne was the picture of understated elegance in a light pink sleeveless Chanel midi dress that was adorned with silver rhinestone on the bodice and the waist.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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For more than two decades, memorial tiles honoring late community members adorned the walls inside the Center’s lobby.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Accentuate your waist in the most elegant way by tying a long fringed scarf around your waist, as seen at Ferragamo.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere, vintage Hollywood silhouettes and flapper dresses were reinterpreted in subtle ways, from Odessa A’zion’s shaggy fringed jumpsuit to the glittering drop waist of Rose Byrne’s silk crepe Chanel dress.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Many at Sunday’s demonstration were draped in American, Israeli or Iranian flags, the latter emblazoned with a golden lion that represented the traditional banner abandoned when the Islamic Republic came to power.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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The gown draped from the waist with gathers down the center and featured dramatic cape sleeves that flowed from the shoulders to the floor, forming a long train.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Sitting front row at Dior's fall 2026 show, the Pretty Little Liars alum paired her sequined houndstooth skirt suit with a fresh set of full fringe.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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In Tel Aviv on Monday, people of all ages wearing sequined suits, bunny ears, pirate costumes and peacock feathers streamed into a mall’s underground parking lot that also functions as a bomb shelter for the traditional reading of the Purim story followed by a live band with dancing.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In the face-cream advertisement, M remained wreathed in the pink flowers of spring.—
Rachel Cusk,
New Yorker,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Embossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embossed. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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