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to add to the interest of by including made-up details
Dad likes to embroider his fishing stories
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Recent Examples of embroidered
Katie Rife, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
For farmhouse flair, look to the retailer’s range of sweet, embroidered florals and wallpaper-esque prints.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
Asymmetrical skirts, lace trim, embroidered velvet and balloon sleeves captures the mood, as well as Rama Duwaji, artist and the new First Lady of New York City.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026
Floral lace details frame the bust and hem, while embroidered ribbon straps add a subtle decorative touch that requires a closer look to truly appreciate.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Die My Love nominee Jennifer Lawrence made jaws drop in a semi-sheer Givenchy by Sarah Burton dress with sequins and floral embroidery and an embroidered bomber jacket.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The black dress kept to the signature, body-hugging silhouette Jenner has come to love, with shimmering black sequin mesh that looked almost snake-like, and sheer embroidered side-paneling, delicate straps criss-crossing over the low back.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
However, upgraded details like a steamer, embroidered towels, and luxe robes are standard and make your stay even cozier.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Viewing the Rajpat palaces were, of course, a highlight, but so was purchasing an exquisite embroidered quilt in the labyrinthine, multi-story crafts shop down the street.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2025
Andrew Greif, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
Berry's Ilkyaz Ozel maxi came embroidered with tiny pearl beads and metallic sequins, giving it a disco ball effect.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
On each headrest, the number 10 is embroidered, and the number 10 is on the steering wheel as well.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
Dresses were short, sleeveless and breezy — made from circles of macramé or chainmail, and were hand-crocheted and embroidered.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Miguel Castro Freitas also recreated the silhouette in his debut spring 2026 collection for the brand, then in a nude fabric embroidered with metallic stars.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 2 Feb. 2026
Turn the pockets into a charming ornament that's embroidered with a meaningful message.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
Woody Harrelson took the stage shortly after to share his memories of Redford while wearing not a cowboy hat but a baseball hat with a cannabis leaf embroidered on it.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Her white pocket square was embroidered with the letters E and F, seemingly a reference to Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and Francesca (Hannah Dodd).
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
For farmhouse flair, look to the retailer’s range of sweet, embroidered florals and wallpaper-esque prints.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
Asymmetrical skirts, lace trim, embroidered velvet and balloon sleeves captures the mood, as well as Rama Duwaji, artist and the new First Lady of New York City.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026
Floral lace details frame the bust and hem, while embroidered ribbon straps add a subtle decorative touch that requires a closer look to truly appreciate.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Die My Love nominee Jennifer Lawrence made jaws drop in a semi-sheer Givenchy by Sarah Burton dress with sequins and floral embroidery and an embroidered bomber jacket.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The black dress kept to the signature, body-hugging silhouette Jenner has come to love, with shimmering black sequin mesh that looked almost snake-like, and sheer embroidered side-paneling, delicate straps criss-crossing over the low back.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
However, upgraded details like a steamer, embroidered towels, and luxe robes are standard and make your stay even cozier.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Viewing the Rajpat palaces were, of course, a highlight, but so was purchasing an exquisite embroidered quilt in the labyrinthine, multi-story crafts shop down the street.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2025
Verb
The Mongolian athletes wore blue cashmere robes, called deel, trimmed with red and yellow silk and embroidered with horns.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
Berry's Ilkyaz Ozel maxi came embroidered with tiny pearl beads and metallic sequins, giving it a disco ball effect.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
On each headrest, the number 10 is embroidered, and the number 10 is on the steering wheel as well.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
Dresses were short, sleeveless and breezy — made from circles of macramé or chainmail, and were hand-crocheted and embroidered.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Miguel Castro Freitas also recreated the silhouette in his debut spring 2026 collection for the brand, then in a nude fabric embroidered with metallic stars.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 2 Feb. 2026
Turn the pockets into a charming ornament that's embroidered with a meaningful message.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
Woody Harrelson took the stage shortly after to share his memories of Redford while wearing not a cowboy hat but a baseball hat with a cannabis leaf embroidered on it.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Her white pocket square was embroidered with the letters E and F, seemingly a reference to Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and Francesca (Hannah Dodd).
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidered
Adjective
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Those who find themselves head over heels for the heel component of the Nova-Shaft would be wise to invest in the Nova sans Shaft — called the Nova Dress Sandal, to be exact, and featuring a unique padded detail at the back.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Berry embraced the ‘80s outerwear trend, staying warm in a navy blue peacoat with exaggerated padded shoulders and an oversized silhouette that draped all the way to her ankles.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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
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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
Verb
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Schmidt Automotive Research said Chinese growth was exaggerated by special conditions in the second half of 2025 but will still be formidable.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In some cases, China has exaggerated its actual contributions, sowing mistrust about its agenda.—
Zongyuan Zoe Liu,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Already known for her skin-baring fashions, Kardashian took her style to the next level in a catsuit made out of sheer and embellished lace that showed her SKIMS bra underneath.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
3 Feb. 2026
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At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
19 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Models held fringed bags that resembled early spring grass clippings, wore shoes covered in pink petals, and carried leafy green stems as parasols.—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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Per her styling playbook, start with &Daughter’s chunky V-neck sweater layered over a grey knit midi skirt and finished with a fringed cashmere scarf.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The mood is ominous, colored by a gravelly synthesizer drone.—
Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
7 Feb. 2026
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As for his new work, Ross finished drawing his last page of Dimensions over a week ago, and the book is currently being colored.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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During Coulier's six-month checkup and PET scans, doctors discovered a flare-up had returned as an enlarged tumor.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Other features include an entrance plaza, a new seventy-four-seat forum, an enlarged seventh-floor sky room, and three new elevators, to improve circulation.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Moving throughout the suited and sequined group was Paolo Barletta, the charismatic 39-year-old founder and CEO of the Arsenale Group, the Italian luxury firm behind La Dolce Vita.—
Adam Erace,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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Rong Niu’s pink sequined dress shimmered under the arena lights at a recent Miami men’s basketball game.—
Alanis Thames,
Twin Cities,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Embroidered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroidered. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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