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Recent Examples of embroidered
Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Palmer wore a sparkly pink gown; Riley, a jumpsuit speckled with tiny embroidered daisies.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Odessa A'zion's custom Valentino look featured a floral bra, bustier and matching cape detailed with sequin and embroidered flowers.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Additionally, the set arrives in an elegant box and is complemented by a stylish and embroidered pocket carrying case as well as a matching keychain.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
So, too, was Rita Ora's; the singer donned an embroidered naked dress for the event complete with a giant black bow and a massive hat covered in black feathers.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
His services are not limited to jeans; Friedberg is working with brands on leather, denim, silk, hand beaded and embroidered blouses, sweater knits and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
Snag Loft’s whimsical embroidered floral option on sale that celebrates spring blooms, or embrace vintage edge with this boyfriend-cut Levi’s 90s Trucker Jacket.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Encouraging words embroidered on pillowcases in VIP suites and McLaren orange are woven into staff uniforms and hotel accents throughout.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Simple, cheaper models usually have less space that can be embroidered at one time.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
The latter preferred a black mermaid gown (also from Fall 2026) with a lace bodice embroidered with pearls.
—Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
According to Vogue, the veil was also hand-embroidered with flowers inspired by the town's Mediterranean gardens.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Stars litter the interior as well, whether embossed, embroidered, embedded, or pixelated.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
Many people waiting were dressed nicely, in sweaters embroidered with pearls and dress slacks.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
The legs are left open, and the pairs are then embroidered, decorated and finished at Asta Resort’s embroidery studio also nearby.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Goods include embroidered clothing, handmade textiles, local foods, homemade wine, herbal medicines and farm animals.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Palmer wore a sparkly pink gown; Riley, a jumpsuit speckled with tiny embroidered daisies.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Odessa A'zion's custom Valentino look featured a floral bra, bustier and matching cape detailed with sequin and embroidered flowers.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Additionally, the set arrives in an elegant box and is complemented by a stylish and embroidered pocket carrying case as well as a matching keychain.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
So, too, was Rita Ora's; the singer donned an embroidered naked dress for the event complete with a giant black bow and a massive hat covered in black feathers.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
His services are not limited to jeans; Friedberg is working with brands on leather, denim, silk, hand beaded and embroidered blouses, sweater knits and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
Snag Loft’s whimsical embroidered floral option on sale that celebrates spring blooms, or embrace vintage edge with this boyfriend-cut Levi’s 90s Trucker Jacket.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
The hero look includes a relaxed overshirt with patch pockets and an unconstructed jacket paired with wide-leg trousers in lightweight, breathable fabrics with stretch for movement and embroidered with the team crest.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Encouraging words embroidered on pillowcases in VIP suites and McLaren orange are woven into staff uniforms and hotel accents throughout.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Simple, cheaper models usually have less space that can be embroidered at one time.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
The latter preferred a black mermaid gown (also from Fall 2026) with a lace bodice embroidered with pearls.
—Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
According to Vogue, the veil was also hand-embroidered with flowers inspired by the town's Mediterranean gardens.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Stars litter the interior as well, whether embossed, embroidered, embedded, or pixelated.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
Many people waiting were dressed nicely, in sweaters embroidered with pearls and dress slacks.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
The legs are left open, and the pairs are then embroidered, decorated and finished at Asta Resort’s embroidery studio also nearby.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidered
Adjective
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The opposite-field drive sent Pirates left-fielder Bryan Reynolds leaping into the padded wall.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Following their initial practice, the Patriots will hold daily, non-padded practices through Tuesday, July 28.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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Even its embossed gold letters were written in a vaguely medieval script.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Holmes wore Malone Souliers’ Koko, a 45mm thong mule made in embossed calfskin leather with a basket-like texture.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Verb
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City officials say telecom companies have exaggerated the impact of that city law.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Goldman Sachs’ David Mericle suggests this reading has perhaps been exaggerated.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Throw it on with denim shorts over a bikini, pair it with your favorite baggy white jeans, or dress it up with a flowy white maxi skirt and embellished sandals.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
22 May 2026
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The look also marked a shift for the singer, who typically gravitates toward embellished flares and bodysuits.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Its seven sweeping residences are accented with blues and fringed curtains, stretching the width of the island’s sandbank with plenty of privacy.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
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As Wilson moved on the arrival carpet for the 2026 ACM Awards, the fringed fabric of her skirt playful swung, creating movement.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
Verb
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For roughly 240 years, the Constitution has held strong because political leaders have generally colored within its lines in good faith, keeping faith in the process, as described by Yale Law professor John Witt.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
9 June 2026
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Cunningham colored my hair with BLONDME Lightener 9+ for optimal lift and minimal breakage.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Everyone wears white, and an enlarged portrait of Paul sits on an easel overlooking the quad.—
Zinzi Clemmons,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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But during a routine 6-month-old pediatric appointment, an enlarged liver prompted additional testing that ultimately changed the course of their lives.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Jane Fonda and Julia Louis-Dreyfus both embraced powerhouse glamour in black sequined gowns with sleeves and high necklines.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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His widow, Erika Kirk, was at this weekend’s dinner, visibly distraught as she was escorted out in her sequined cream dress.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Embroidered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroidered. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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