as in fringed
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as in weaved
to cause to twine about one another
decided to wreathe the grapevines into a beribboned swag to give the room the "country look"
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as in interspersed
to scatter or set here and there among other things
wreathed small flowers into the design for the wallpaper
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as in surrounded
to form a circle around
pretty ribbons wreathed the flower girl's braided bun
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wreathed
Adjective
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Presented on Monday at London’s Tate Britain museum, a stone’s throw from Burberry’s headquarters on Horseferry Road, the British house’s Fall-Winter 2025 show opened with a model wearing a short jacket, riding trousers and scarf with wide fringed edges, all in the same shade of oatmeal.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025 -
In a forest in southern China at the edge of the Wuling Mountains, a previously unknown species with bright bulging copper eyes and fringed toes sat chirping by a river.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
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Chelsea’s head coach raised both hands above his head in sustained applause as Cole Palmer, having sized up ambitious passes through to Nicolas Jackson or Pedro Neto ahead of him but surrounded by Fulham bodies, instead opted to turn away and pass backwards, consolidating possession.—
Liam Twomey,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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His family said in an obituary that Meek died surrounded by family and friends.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
27 Dec. 2024
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These bricks consist of certain compounds that are electrically conductive interspersed with others that provide insulation to contain the heat.—
Andrew Rosenblum,
Popular Science,
26 Dec. 2024
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The streaming service still has heavily leaned on other music icons, with performances from Mariah Carey and Beyoncé interspersed in its two-game slate.—
Derek Saul,
Forbes,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The bride wore a sweetheart rhinestone floor-length dress, while the groom opted for an all-white embossed suit.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
9 Dec. 2024
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The embossed, bandana–esque print is such a nice touch, as is the gold chain strap.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
2 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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Needless to say, Sabyasachi is a big proponent of a daring wardrobe, whether that means ditching the LBD cocktail standard for a fanciful embroidered look or setting a table with unexpected creative bravado.—
Bridget Foley,
Town & Country,
28 Nov. 2022
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The interior also sports signature quilting, along with embroidered Speed badging on the headrests and a Speed plaque in the treadplate.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2021
Adjective
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Taylor Swift Wore Talon Nails to the Golden Globes —And Fans Are Speculating on the Reason Why After adding a top coat down the center of the nail, without curing it, Wong applied multiple crystals to give Swift's nails a bejeweled look.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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If coquette ribbons aren’t your speed, consider a bejeweled headband instead.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Gabrielle Union who is a pro at red carpets arrived in a sequined and transparent black gown.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
23 Feb. 2025
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Stars including Chloe and Halle Bailey embraced the sultry trend in sculptural and sequined designs.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
22 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The corset also included a gold heart as a nod to Penelope's love of Colin Bridgerton in the story, played by Luke Newton.—
Justine Fisher,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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The bartender turns on green, white, and gold Christmas lights.—
Joseph O’Neill,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Wreathed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wreathed. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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