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verb

past tense of pattern

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of patterned
Adjective
The black-and-white patterned shirt underneath has many open buttons. — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 8 Oct. 2026 Walnut, brass, leather, patterned fabrics, and textured walls are used throughout the apartment. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026 Crystal gems, clashing patterned bases, and 3D textures make every nail its own tiny work of art. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026 The half-sleeve pullover delivers the cozy feel of your favorite sweatshirt without the bulk, and it can be styled separately with jeans, leggings, and even patterned pants (leopard print is poised to be everywhere this fall). — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026 Dutch interior designer Wim van de Oudeweetering gave the interiors their distinctive, almost baroque character, layering rich fabrics, patterned walls, jewel tones, and theatrical details throughout. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026 Her second look, not yet revealed, has both solid and patterned versions, and is illuminated in glow dawn and enoki hues. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Try a bright, patterned wallpaper, color-drench the walls and ceiling, or try out a dark paint color. — Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026 Swirl Bone is the most straightforward design in its library with its clean, white design and subtle patterned rim. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 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
Adjective
  • Among the standouts were draped striped poplin shirts, polos with contrasting trim and a coat in leather marquetry.
    — Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Floral and stonewashed styles are flat-woven, while some striped and solid designs have a soft terry backing.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • On the occasion, six writers reflect on the television show that most shaped their generation.
    — Washington Post Opinions, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Pearson’s young political career has been shaped by his activism.
    — Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Related Articles The designer piece seemed to be made of a mix of tulle and some other opaque fabric that was mottled with darker accents for dimension.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The mosquito, mottled in neon pink and purple, can be seen on a nearby computer screen.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
Adjective
  • These Pizza Hut classic locations include red roofs, checkered tablecloths, vinyl booths, arcade games and Tiffany-style lamps.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The colorful fixtures became one of the chain’s most recognizable design elements alongside the red roof, vinyl booths, red cups and checkered tablecloths.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Meanwhile, the MacBook Neo runs on an A18 Pro chip, first released in iPhones and adapted to run macOS.
    — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The wondrous story was adapted by frequent Laika collaborator Chris Butler from the epic 2011 novel written by Colin Meloy (frontman for indie rock band the Decemberists, whose original music is featured here) and illustrated by Carson Ellis.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Dark clouds swirl across a sky speckled with stars as the Milky Way stretches above the European Space Observatory's La Silla Observatory in Chile's Atacama Desert.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The fridge comes stocked with three kinds of beers, a mini wine collection, and local bean-to-bar chocolate speckled with kaffir lime and pink pepper.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • This accent color continues into the cabin on the dashboard and center console, while the standard four-way power-adjustable sport seats add to the sense of occasion with plaid inserts.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Her husband’s plaid shirt is always resting on the chair and Margaret is consistently shown wearing plaid.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • To meet those requirements, the company customized its L760-50 luffing-jib tower crane, which has a maximum lifting capacity of 50 metric tons (55 US tons) and a maximum jib length of 60 meters (197 feet).
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The double-press-and-hold control is the only one that can’t be customized here, and it’s locked to disabling/enabling the dial itself.
    — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026

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“Patterned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patterned. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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