as in compilations
a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
a garland of medieval folk songs
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Recent Examples of garlands
Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
Paper garlands of foldable lanterns and honeycomb fruit from 1950s Japan and Denmark dangle over a British Art Deco carpet in a cool green that both Emily and Aaron adore.
—Robert Sullivan, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2026
By the nail holes above and beside the worshiping altar, the household hung garlands.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
Christmas garlands, high heels, and even craft supplies have all found a home in the spacious cavity.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Cloud bands and satellites Binoculars show Jupiter as a tiny disk, while a medium-size telescope reveals numerous dark belts, light zones and a wealth of festoons, garlands, ovals and other features extending here and there.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Don’t include wreaths or garlands, which contain metal wire that could damage the shredding machinery.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
According to city guidelines, holiday greenery and garlands are not accepted as yard waste because of possible metal wires and decorations.
—St. Paul Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
The upper deck is piled high with some that are strung together like popcorn garlands drying in the sun.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Noun
While decorative garlands and fresh flowers are a great way to spruce up your space, a seasonal wreath full of vibrant florals can transform your doorway and entryway (or mantel and fireplace).
—Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
Paper garlands of foldable lanterns and honeycomb fruit from 1950s Japan and Denmark dangle over a British Art Deco carpet in a cool green that both Emily and Aaron adore.
—Robert Sullivan, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2026
By the nail holes above and beside the worshiping altar, the household hung garlands.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2026
Christmas garlands, high heels, and even craft supplies have all found a home in the spacious cavity.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Cloud bands and satellites Binoculars show Jupiter as a tiny disk, while a medium-size telescope reveals numerous dark belts, light zones and a wealth of festoons, garlands, ovals and other features extending here and there.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Don’t include wreaths or garlands, which contain metal wire that could damage the shredding machinery.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
According to city guidelines, holiday greenery and garlands are not accepted as yard waste because of possible metal wires and decorations.
—St. Paul Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
The upper deck is piled high with some that are strung together like popcorn garlands drying in the sun.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garlands
Noun
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The three feature-length compilations of Best Animated Short Films, Best Live Action Shorts and Best Documentary Shorts have been a reliable draw for audiences.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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Think of Woodstock-era sung-and-spoken condemnations of the Vietnam War, the 1980s megaconcerts and charity singles inspired by famine in Ethiopia and apartheid in South Africa, and the Rock Against Bush compilations that challenged America’s invasion of Iraq.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The swoony strings coat the song with a lush, old-fashioned feel.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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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
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The bed drapes in Will and Agnes’ room are made, and have an orangey red color.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Long the purview of classrooms and anthologies, the canon is now of interest to the state itself.—
Colton Valentine,
New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2026
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The pleasure, as with the unpredictable FX not-quite-anthologies Atlanta and Reservation Dogs, is in never knowing what each compact episode will bring.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
21 Jan. 2026
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