graced

past tense of grace

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of graced Upon his release from prison, Kartel even graced a Billboard digital cover commemorating his seismic Freedom Street comeback show, which was reportedly the biggest concert to grace Jamaica in 50 years. — Kyle Denis, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026 The singer graced the 2026 VMAs red carpet on September 27 in Los Angeles, wearing a dress that made the whole place shimmer—and included a special nod. — Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026 In this case, that’s Greene Street Mural, a nearly 100-foot-long re-creation of Lichtenstein’s masterpiece that graced the back wall at Castelli Gallery in SoHo from December 1983 to January 1984 before it was destroyed. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 22 Sep. 2026 Its stage has been graced by the likes of Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin and U2. — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026 Showing Teeth, Billy McNicol and Knocked Loose - all graced the stage during the four-day festival. — Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Sep. 2026 There was a lineup of celebrities and stars who graced these halls, with a guest ledger that features Clark Gable and Bette Davis. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Sep. 2026 Several versions of the Caped Crusader’s go-to vehicle have graced the big and small screen over the decades, but our favorite is the 1989 model that was featured in Tim Burton entries in the franchise, 1989’s Batman and 1992’s Batman Returns. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 Lahren noted that Musk, who famously graced the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover at age 74, knows a thing or two about the industry. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graced
Verb
  • Many such T-shirts on the market are adorned by graphics and made of cotton, but Guest in Residence’s take is significantly more upscale.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Pawlikowski, surveying the city, came across a graveyard that was adorned with old statues, worn by lichen and time; and that is where Erika strolls, seeking refuge, on a bright day.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The hotel's 18 rooms and five suites are all individually decorated with gloriously over-the-top touches in the form of antiques, sumptuous velvet duvet covers, and regal tones of red and gold that harken back to the property's royal history.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The actress’ clear beds were bedazzled and decorated with watermarks that stretched across her cuticles and up to her tips, which were filed round and kept long.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Lu added that they would eventually be draped in real greenery, not the plastic version.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Windswept hair, a scarf draped over one shoulder, a Fair Isle knit made for the moors of Scotland.
    — Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Graced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graced. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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