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as in curtains
a heavy decorative cloth used especially for wall hangings or window coverings
On the wall was a beautiful hand-woven tapestry that had been handed down for generations.
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as in mosaic
something made up of many different things, people, etc.
In spring and early summer, the garden was a vivid tapestry of colors. All of our experiences, both good and bad, form part of the rich tapestry of our lives.
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Recent Examples of tapestry
The tapestry is a re-interpretation of a design called 'Blossom' by Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman from 1972.
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Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
In this collection of articles, prepare to immerse yourself in the profound tapestry of Indigenous culture, witness the spellbinding performances that grace Edmonton's Fringe Festival, and maybe even stumble upon a fossil or two.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Walt Disney Imagineering tackled the difficult task of creating a patriotic tapestry of iconic American sights in the new Soarin’ Across America attraction that flies over 10 states and the nation’s capital in just under five minutes.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Accent walls are evolving to include limewash, murals, wallpaper, and tapestries for depth and personality.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 1 June 2026
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Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
In this collection of articles, prepare to immerse yourself in the profound tapestry of Indigenous culture, witness the spellbinding performances that grace Edmonton's Fringe Festival, and maybe even stumble upon a fossil or two.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Walt Disney Imagineering tackled the difficult task of creating a patriotic tapestry of iconic American sights in the new Soarin’ Across America attraction that flies over 10 states and the nation’s capital in just under five minutes.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Accent walls are evolving to include limewash, murals, wallpaper, and tapestries for depth and personality.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tapestry
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Antique furnishings and high ceilings give it a stately feel, with plenty of decor ideas to bookmark—starting with the lace canopy curtains in the bedroom.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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Keep the sun out by closing any shades, blinds, or curtains.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
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After spending some time by the pool, a semi-Olympic lined with emerald and malachite mosaics that glinted in the soft, ambient light, followed by a quick trip to the sauna, I was escorted to my treatment room, about a half-flight of stairs up, where I was met by Marcia, my therapist.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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In Canada, a mosaic will represent its multicultural identity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The numbers on the backs of player jerseys were rainbow, and there were constantly pride/rainbow graphics popping up on the jumbotron.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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Red doesn't mean red anymore; red means like rainbow or something.—
Pat Gallen,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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But this disjointed medley, performed by Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty, offered little context for what is meant to be exciting or enticing about the show.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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But the complaint included a medley of exhibits, including the full text of Read’s federal lawsuit.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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But even that speculative scheme showed how sophisticated PAU could be in adapting an assortment of seductive pasts.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
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Your host has invested time and energy into planning a thoughtful menu and bringing your own dish forces them to include something in the assortment that may not be harmonious with the rest of the meal.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Since the early 1960s, her drawings, watercolors, acrylics, and collages have run like scenic byways along the whooshing turnpike of contemporary art.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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On June 1, the 29-year-old Rhode founder shared a collage on Instagram of three black-and-white photos of herself in a dark cheeky thong bikini.—
Juliana Ukiomogbe,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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But as the uptake of telehealth has grown substantially since the start of the covid pandemic, McClain is one of millions of Americans who have used online companies to meet a variety of their medical needs.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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The rooms For a smaller resort, there's a surprising variety among the accommodations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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“Tapestry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tapestry. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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