1
as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies
traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree
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2
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations
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Recent Examples of decoration
Furniture and decorations interspersed throughout the space — doilies, laminated wood cabinets and plastic chairs — evoke the sensation of traveling back in time.
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Valeriya Safronova, New York Times, 1 May 2025
As a leading enterprise in the fields of home decoration and outdoor necessities, VEVOR is dedicated to making DIY projects more feasible.
—Chc Fashion Group, New York Daily News, 23 Apr. 2025
Eighty-percent of Icebreaker’s product line is now plastic-free, excluding trims and decorations.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
The mother-of-pearl embroidery that traced a black wrap dress was inspired by the decoration on Korean wedding chests.
—Steff Yotka, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
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Valeriya Safronova, New York Times, 1 May 2025
As a leading enterprise in the fields of home decoration and outdoor necessities, VEVOR is dedicated to making DIY projects more feasible.
—Chc Fashion Group, New York Daily News, 23 Apr. 2025
Eighty-percent of Icebreaker’s product line is now plastic-free, excluding trims and decorations.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
The mother-of-pearl embroidery that traced a black wrap dress was inspired by the decoration on Korean wedding chests.
—Steff Yotka, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decoration
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Strong lines that team up to form geometric designs, metallic accents, luxe materials like marble and velvet, and eye-catching ornamentation are certainly part of the style's foundation, true.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, and bearing only the inscription: Franciscus.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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For the 51st installment of the awards show, stars descended on Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Memorial Day to celebrate the biggest names in music, and brought their fashion A-game on the 99-degree day.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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In her 30-year career, Laura has won numerous national awards for coverage of human trafficking, child welfare, crime and government secrecy.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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The Bronze Age: Revolutionizing Warfare And Society The science of metallurgy was practiced in Egypt, where heating copper enabled mold-casting into tools and ornaments.—
Ed Macha,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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The hand ornament represents the friendship between women, a spokesperson for Hu told me.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The odds of snagging the top prize are 1-in-376,992, according to the lottery’s website.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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Powerball players in New Hampshire and Kansas also won $1 million prizes.—
Don Sweeney,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
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Yet for all her academic rigor and philanthropic reach, Emily was not above the language of adornment—jewels that, like her, balanced intellect, elegance, and restraint.—
Annie Davidson,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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An unusual piece of adornment with profound and tragic historical significance in the United States is up for auction by the Freeman’s | Hindman auction house.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Filmed at the legendary actor's Malibu home, the video features footage of Van Dyke's many accolades and awards, sweet clips of him and his extended family, and emotional moments of reflection.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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Sporting some of the world’s highest difficulty on floor and beam, 2025 could be the year for Roberson to capture individual accolades.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The prestigious honor, which celebrates their decades of groundbreaking contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact, will be presented during the live broadcast on June 9.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
29 May 2025
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The department was then renamed in his honor in 2021, per The Richmond Times-Dispatch.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
29 May 2025
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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