as in adorning
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
decorated the mansion's hallways with priceless paintings and luxurious tapestries
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Recent Examples of decorating
What To Consider One could argue that a lot of things have gotten out of hand these days, from wedding dress codes to decorating trends.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Some did a combo, buying a cake but then decorating it.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Factors like the home’s architecture, garden areas, and decorating style all weigh into a home’s selection, which Gillock says regular attendees have come to appreciate.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
Get creative with decorating ideas, such as repurposing plastic eggs or crafting with everyday items.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Singing was more fun than decorating cookies.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Drew also shared a surprising tree decorating hack.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Despite having broken her foot, the business mogul has been embracing the holiday season even decorating her scooter red and green.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
On the brothers' website, the two HGTV hosts share more holiday decorating tips for their fans.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Some did a combo, buying a cake but then decorating it.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Factors like the home’s architecture, garden areas, and decorating style all weigh into a home’s selection, which Gillock says regular attendees have come to appreciate.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
Get creative with decorating ideas, such as repurposing plastic eggs or crafting with everyday items.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Singing was more fun than decorating cookies.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Drew also shared a surprising tree decorating hack.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Despite having broken her foot, the business mogul has been embracing the holiday season even decorating her scooter red and green.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
On the brothers' website, the two HGTV hosts share more holiday decorating tips for their fans.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorating
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Alley Cats Salon’s cheeky take on a classic French tip features meticulously painted lemon wedges adorning nail tips.—
Karina Hoshikawa,
Refinery29,
10 Apr. 2025
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Picture celestial motifs, cosmic auras in every shade of the universe, and space-y flora and fauna adorning posters, phone cases, water bottles, belt bags, and beyond.—
Karina Hoshikawa,
Refinery29,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This veil attaches to or over the shoulders of the dress, draping elegantly in the back.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Pleating, gathering, crinkling and draping not only gave the black material texture but also reflected the growth of her magical power.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
3 Mar. 2025
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Melissa Joan Hart is showing off her impressive beard-trimming skills!—
Gil Macias,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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The couple can be seen having a blast as Hart took the clippers and started trimming Wilkerson's beard in various ways, eventually splitting it into three long strands.—
Gil Macias,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Decorating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorating. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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