soft furnishings

noun

British

: things (such as curtains or rugs) that are made of cloth and used to decorate a room, house, etc.

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Buying into micro-trends is an instant way to date a space, and the biggest culprit right now are those wavy and scalloped looks seen across sofas, tables, soft furnishings, and decor items all over socials. — Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 12 June 2026 Think natural wood tones, rattan and wicker and earthy soft furnishings in hues like sage, stone and mushroom. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2026 Harness High Heat Launder all bedding, soft furnishings, and affected washable fabrics (including pet bedding, if applicable) in hot water above 130 degrees Fahrenheit. — Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026 These tools could also be used to sterilize spacesuits, tools, and soft furnishings in habitats. — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for soft furnishings

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