as in frescoes
a usually large painting that is done directly on the surface of a wall
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Recent Examples of murals
The dining rooms lean hard into an ’80s-meets-diner aesthetic with neon accents, colorful murals, throwback playlists and a playful irreverence that matches its menu.
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Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
The investment in Point Breeze led to new benches and bike racks as well as a pocket park with murals, picnic tables and planters.
—Bill Seiders, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
In addition to artist Julie Engelmann’s project at the Oakland Ice Center, there are at least two other prominent murals honoring 2026 Olympic double gold medalist Liu.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The latter included investing in new fixtures and displays and hiring a painter to create a few murals.
—Gili Malinsky
tasia Jensen, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
Expect murals, eclectic shops and an independent-business-first culture around every corner.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The murals depict Rastafari heroes like Marcus Garvey and Haile Selassie I, amid lions and the Jamaican colors of black, green, and gold.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 13 Apr. 2026
East Nashville brings a creative, indie vibe with murals and coffee shops.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
The only family in his murals was the one squeezed atop the lintel.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
The investment in Point Breeze led to new benches and bike racks as well as a pocket park with murals, picnic tables and planters.
—Bill Seiders, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
In addition to artist Julie Engelmann’s project at the Oakland Ice Center, there are at least two other prominent murals honoring 2026 Olympic double gold medalist Liu.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The latter included investing in new fixtures and displays and hiring a painter to create a few murals.
—Gili Malinsky
tasia Jensen, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
Expect murals, eclectic shops and an independent-business-first culture around every corner.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The murals depict Rastafari heroes like Marcus Garvey and Haile Selassie I, amid lions and the Jamaican colors of black, green, and gold.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 13 Apr. 2026
East Nashville brings a creative, indie vibe with murals and coffee shops.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
The only family in his murals was the one squeezed atop the lintel.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for murals
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More than 30 Guild artists will exhibit and sell their work throughout the properties, including paintings, ceramics, glass, gourd art, fiber arts, photography and jewelry.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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The earthy background palate is enlivened by pops of coral and deep burgundy, the custom furnishings personalized by paintings, sculptures, and gorgeous books.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The canvases create confusingly affective echoes of defense tech’s cultural force-memeing.—
Simon Denny,
Artforum,
20 Apr. 2026
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But where many single-color canvases from the era were characterized by the smooth, even application of paint, Hayward purposefully left his materials chunky and thick.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even without a treatment booking, guests may cycle through the hydrotherapy circuit—steam, sauna, hot and cold plunge—while gazing at city panoramas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Every one of the 143 guest rooms offers sweeping panoramas of San Francisco, ensuring that the views are a constant, captivating backdrop throughout a stay.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bar soap is generally safer to use in the garden than liquid soaps and detergents, which are designed to break down oils.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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Petya Holevich, house cleaner at Fantastic Services, says the dyes, oils, and additives present in bath bombs can cling to a tub’s surface.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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