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Recent Examples of patterned
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The patterned density of Édouard Vuillard’s interiors turns decorative on a larger scale, becoming mere Nabi ornamentation in his screens and panels.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Tropical fabrics, patterned walls, deep greens, and coral colors make the space feel warm and lively.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The frames are almost always salvageable and can be reupholstered in velvet, patterned tapestry, or shearling.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
The building’s original interior — including one of the largest courtrooms in the state, a decorative wall, ceiling paintings, small wood balconies and patterned floor coverings — were restored in the early 2000s through the Texas Historical Commission’s program.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Pink was founded as Thomas Pink in 1984 by three Irish brothers — James, Peter and John Mullen — and became known for bright, patterned shirts, ties and men’s accessories, a buzzy, brash alternative to the more staid Jermyn Street shirtmakers.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Think pink walls, patterned wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and a mint green checkout desk.
—Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
In a photo from the event, two individuals helped Turner, who wore a simple black suit, blue shirt and patterned tie, to his seat at the reception.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Design is modern and clean-lined—muted tones, patterned wallpaper, and enough art and lighting drama to feel fun without tipping into theme.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The patterned density of Édouard Vuillard’s interiors turns decorative on a larger scale, becoming mere Nabi ornamentation in his screens and panels.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Tropical fabrics, patterned walls, deep greens, and coral colors make the space feel warm and lively.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The frames are almost always salvageable and can be reupholstered in velvet, patterned tapestry, or shearling.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
The building’s original interior — including one of the largest courtrooms in the state, a decorative wall, ceiling paintings, small wood balconies and patterned floor coverings — were restored in the early 2000s through the Texas Historical Commission’s program.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Pink was founded as Thomas Pink in 1984 by three Irish brothers — James, Peter and John Mullen — and became known for bright, patterned shirts, ties and men’s accessories, a buzzy, brash alternative to the more staid Jermyn Street shirtmakers.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Think pink walls, patterned wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and a mint green checkout desk.
—Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
In a photo from the event, two individuals helped Turner, who wore a simple black suit, blue shirt and patterned tie, to his seat at the reception.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Verb
The Chapter 02 lineup includes wrap coats in twin layers of double-faced wool; reversible jackets with one side plain, the other patterned, and crinkled unisex trenchcoats that pack up neatly into a travel pouch, printed with a bicycle pattern drawn from Veldkamp’s art, among other key items.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patterned
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Ferragamo interior design-darling Michele Bonan has gone for an fresh yet elegant mod-nautical look for the rooms; blue and white striped carpeting, cream headboards, curtains, and bedspreads trimmed in snappy navy, jazzy blue, and white checked chair coverings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Its boldly colored striped bags are frequently spotted in the kitchens of MAHA influencers and the chips are often touted by Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The paint is deftly mottled but its handling lacks the prowess of her later work (see, for example, Being Beamed, 1984, a fantasia of extraterrestrial teleportation in which the watercolor is sumptuous but perfectly controlled).—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Its flowers are huge and orange, marked or mottled with maroon splotches.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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When people question commemorating an event with such a checkered past, Richie answers that two or more different things can be true at the same time.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
20 May 2026
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Despite taking the overall checkered flag in 1995, the automaker has precious little experience at the famous race.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
4 May 2026
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Set on a plaza shaped like a massive record player, the sparkling glass pyramid of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame stands out in Cleveland’s industrial skyline.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Whether through independent projects, stand-up comedy, streaming platforms, or blockbuster films, the Wayans continue to operate from the same core philosophy that shaped them decades ago.—
Datwon Thomas,
VIBE.com,
6 June 2026
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On Tuesday, a few campaign signs speckled the cream walls of the room.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2026
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Switzerland's natural beauty and breadth are astounding—snowcapped mountains with some of the world's best skiing, verdant valleys speckled with wildflowers, and quaint cities filled with cultural attractions and world-class restaurants.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Investigators are asking for the public's help in identifying a Black man last seen wearing a plaid shirt, black pants, a black hat and tan sneakers.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Round 4, and the winner will be handed the plaid jacket on Sunday afternoon.—
Mac Engel
May 31,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Ridley Scott adapted Lucas' story into a biographical crime drama starring Denzel Washington as Lucas and Russell Crowe as Richie Roberts, the detective determined to take him down.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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That choice makes sense for many homes, especially homes adapted for people with mobility challenges.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
Verb
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The 21st century has yielded no shortage of stylish horror marbled with devious veins of pitch-dark humor — Peter Strickland’s In Fabric, Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook, Halina Reijn’s Bodies Bodies Bodies, Sam Raimi’s Drag Me to Hell, pretty much every Jordan Peele feature.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Brisket is a tough, richly marbled cut that only turns tender after hours of low-and-slow cooking, when connective tissue breaks down and fat renders into the meat.—
Paula Disbrowe,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 May 2026
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“Patterned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patterned. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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