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Recent Examples of patterned
Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
The patterned flooring and rich textures come together for an effect that’s both contemporary and calming.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Though Queen Camilla has been on a recent streak of monochrome moments from Peter Phillips’ wedding to the Chelsea Pensioner’s Founder’s Day celebrations, patterned dresses have never been far out of the queen consort’s wheelhouse.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
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 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
Think pink walls, patterned wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and a mint green checkout desk.
—Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
However, she's experimented with a rainbow of colors, ranging from whites and soft pinks to bold green and patterned blue ensembles.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
The patterned flooring and rich textures come together for an effect that’s both contemporary and calming.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Though Queen Camilla has been on a recent streak of monochrome moments from Peter Phillips’ wedding to the Chelsea Pensioner’s Founder’s Day celebrations, patterned dresses have never been far out of the queen consort’s wheelhouse.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
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 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
Think pink walls, patterned wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and a mint green checkout desk.
—Kansas City Star, 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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Miami Gardens felt like Montevideo on Monday as a sea of Uruguayan soccer fans, many with giant blue and white striped flags draped over their shoulders, nearly packed Hard Rock Stadium and had to settle for a 1-1 tie against Saudi Arabia in their World Cup opening match.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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Sajak, dressed in a white-and-blue striped shirt and white jeans, was clearly not in Montana.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
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Parsi photographer and filmmaker Sooni Taraporevala has spent years amassing what may be one of the community’s most intimate archives of everyday life, shaped by her access to the spaces that outsiders rarely see.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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That journey also shaped how Reid approached the material.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The mosquito, mottled in neon pink and purple, can be seen on a nearby computer screen.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
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The sides may be mottled with brown blotches.—
Ken Perrotte,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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In school photos, the future Prince of Wales could be seen wearing the society’s signature waistcoat and checkered pants.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
18 June 2026
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The bride wore white; the groom wore a checkered jacket.—
Cindi Andrews,
IndyStar,
25 May 2026
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The visitors adapted to each child — favorite teams, favorite sports, favorite players — at one point breaking into an enthusiastic chant for the New York Knicks, drawing cheers from kids and parents alike.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Christina alleged that Joan physically and emotionally abused her and Christopher in her best-selling 1978 memoir, Mommie Dearest, which was adapted for the 1981 film that starred Faye Dunaway.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2026
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Carve out a corner in this inviting beer garden and patio that’s sun-speckled by day and lit by warm lanterns by night.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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This Scottish name means speckled or freckled and has become way more commonly used than its original spelling—Brice—over the decades.—
Anna Earl,
Parents,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Arden, who wore a plaid jacket and laceless black sneakers, headed to the flying area.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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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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By developing tech skills online, these content creators are showing young girls that tech and science technology, engineering arts and mathematic (STEAM) careers are accessible and can be customized to fit their interests.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
June 21,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2026
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Through its partnership with the IOC, Deloitte is helping empower the Olympic and Paralympic Games to endure and evolve by creating a system that can be customized for each Games edition, driving efficiency, reusability, continuous learning, and improvement.—
Mark Price,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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“Patterned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patterned. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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