as in to exaggerate
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
Dad likes to embroider his fishing stories
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Recent Examples of embroider
The run of shoes also included loafers in a variety of styles, from embroidered to velvet and suede, as well as slingback heels, stiletto pumps with a pointed toe, and espadrille sneakers.
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Fn Staff, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Dolly Parton has given the world many, many memorable quotes to live by and embroider on pillows or emblazon on candles as one sees fit.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 May 2025
The three-time AMA winner then kicked off her hosting duties in a plunging Swarovski crystal embroidered Miss Sohee halter-neck gown in white and silver with a daringly high slit up the front.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 27 May 2025
Women wear Lilly Pulitzer-style shift dresses and headbands en masse, while men wear colorful blazers embroidered with ducks or lobsters (as well as a lot of Brooks Brothers).
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 May 2025
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Fn Staff, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Dolly Parton has given the world many, many memorable quotes to live by and embroider on pillows or emblazon on candles as one sees fit.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 May 2025
The three-time AMA winner then kicked off her hosting duties in a plunging Swarovski crystal embroidered Miss Sohee halter-neck gown in white and silver with a daringly high slit up the front.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 27 May 2025
Women wear Lilly Pulitzer-style shift dresses and headbands en masse, while men wear colorful blazers embroidered with ducks or lobsters (as well as a lot of Brooks Brothers).
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroider
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The Figure below breaks down the source of gross imports; the decline in oil from OPEC is pronounced, while the rise of Canadian oil imports, due to higher oil sands production, exaggerates the security of our supply, albeit only slightly.—
Michael Lynch,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Faced with a middling public response to the ICE raids and subsequent protests, Trump continued to use extreme language to exaggerate the magnitude of the public safety threat and to take credit for the reduction in hostilities as the week progressed.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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The battery life is rated at an impressive 30 hours with noise cancellation on, and the frame and ear cups are generously padded for long listening sessions without discomfort.—
Ars Staff,
ArsTechnica,
13 June 2025
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Despite the foundation’s massive growth, the Huangs are still padding the endowment’s coffers.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
12 June 2025
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A bit of nostalgia also colors their upcoming live shows, as the six-week tour will spotlight openers The Coral Reefer Band, the beloved touring and recording outfit of Jimmy Buffett, who died in 2023.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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It's advised to find a viewing area that's far away from city lights and other forms of light pollution that have the potential to drown out the hues that color the night.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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The set of four stoneware plates has a baby pink border embellished with the same floral, bow, and jewel motifs seen throughout the collection, as well as four bird characters.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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The parade, which is expected to draw 200,000 spectators to the streets of Washington, D.C., celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army but also comes on Trump’s 79th birthday, raising complaints from some that its real purpose is to embellish his strongman image.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2025
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“Embroider.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroider. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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