as in compilation
a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
a garland of medieval folk songs
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Recent Examples of garland
Ralph Leonard, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2025
Add a faux fur skirt or garland around the tree for an elevated approach to the decade.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Greta Cross, USA Today, 2 May 2025
At the height of his career, chef Prateek Sadhu left Mumbai for his Himalayan roots, creating a restaurant that is reimagining dining in India
March 18, 2025
Prateek Sadhu is hunched over an arbi stem freshly ripped from the earth, shaking off a thick garland of dirt that clings to the root.
—Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
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Noun
One of the great monuments of world culture—a temple garlanded with masterful carvings—the Parthenon was designed by Phidias to celebrate the glory of Athens.
—Ralph Leonard, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2025
Add a faux fur skirt or garland around the tree for an elevated approach to the decade.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
What is Lei Day? Also celebrated on the first day of May, Lei Day honors Hawaiian leis, a type of garland or wreath often worn as a necklace that is made up flowers, leaves, shells or feathers.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 2 May 2025
At the height of his career, chef Prateek Sadhu left Mumbai for his Himalayan roots, creating a restaurant that is reimagining dining in India
March 18, 2025
Prateek Sadhu is hunched over an arbi stem freshly ripped from the earth, shaking off a thick garland of dirt that clings to the root.
—Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garland
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The compilation didn’t differ much from several past projects, but its timing turned it into a bestseller, as the world was mourning Bowie’s creative vision and voice at the time.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The Brady list is a compilation of law enforcement officers and other staff who have credibility issues.—
Aaron Valdez,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Verb
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The soft, lightweight fabric is breathable and can offer a layer of sun protection when draped over your shoulders at the beach—or even double as a blanket for an impromptu picnic by the shore.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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Lena Dunham is sitting in bed, draped in a pink tulle gown fit for a princess, reading a book about torture.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
8 July 2025
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The almanac claims its predictions are accurate about 80% to 85% of the time.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
3 July 2025
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In fact, most of the country will see warmer-than-normal temperatures and more rainfall than usual, the almanac predicts.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Some, including Roger Federer, will not string their racket with just one string, but two.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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William Taylor, a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, suggested that Putin has been stringing Trump along in an effort to gain more time to continue advancing on the battlefield.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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Levin previously wrote and directed My Valentine, a feature-length episode of the Hulu/Blumhouse horror anthology series titled Into the Dark.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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The streamer has reportedly ordered a fourth season of Murphy’s Monster anthology series, this time centered around infamous (alleged) axe murderer Lizzie Borden.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
8 July 2025
Verb
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At Chanel, Fendi, and Balmain, shoes festooned with rhinestones, pearls, and beads took center stage.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Refinery29,
25 June 2025
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While companies seem to need to festoon their workplaces with posters and plaques listing their values, to remind their employees, habits just stick.—
Andrew Abela,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
Verb
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As patron, Kate also wore a Wimbledon purple and green bow pinned to the left side of her top.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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Footage from the clashes also showed federal agents pinning someone to the ground.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Unless shareholders mount a legal challenge to the later date, however, there are no repercussions for the company.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
11 July 2025
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All but immune to the lean-back charms of traditional TV, the 18-34 demo hasn’t tuned out entirely, although given their mounting importance in the overall scheme of things, the great digital transition can’t happen soon enough.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 July 2025
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“Garland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garland. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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