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as in curtains
a heavy decorative cloth used especially for wall hangings or window coverings
On the wall was a beautiful hand-woven tapestry that had been handed down for generations.
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as in mosaic
something made up of many different things, people, etc.
In spring and early summer, the garden was a vivid tapestry of colors. All of our experiences, both good and bad, form part of the rich tapestry of our lives.
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Recent Examples of tapestry
Sunnyvale is known for its rich tapestry of ethnic restaurants, many of them Asian.
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Laura Ness, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
Detroit’s rich tapestry of cultures in areas such as Dearborn and Hamtramck creates a vibrant regional identity.
—Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
These Prime Video productions represent the rich tapestry of Canadian experiences – from the hockey rinks of the NHL to the punk rock scene of Montreal to the trailer parks of rural Alberta – and tell uniquely Canadian stories that resonate globally.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 May 2025
Add some more fun to your festival stay by bringing along a Bluetooth speaker, tapestries, a cookstove and other camping accessories.
—Christopher Murray
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Laura Ness, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
Detroit’s rich tapestry of cultures in areas such as Dearborn and Hamtramck creates a vibrant regional identity.
—Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
These Prime Video productions represent the rich tapestry of Canadian experiences – from the hockey rinks of the NHL to the punk rock scene of Montreal to the trailer parks of rural Alberta – and tell uniquely Canadian stories that resonate globally.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 May 2025
Add some more fun to your festival stay by bringing along a Bluetooth speaker, tapestries, a cookstove and other camping accessories.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tapestry
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Johnson makes paintings and mosaics on square white tiles—often incorporating the material of one of Johnson’s favorite motifs, shea butter, the hearty soul food of moisturizing agents.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
30 May 2025
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Originally conjured as a private estate for well-to-do families, Park Güell’s greenery, tile mosaics and famous viaducts are now enjoyed by millions of locals and visitors each year.—
Jennifer Fernández Solano,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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It's never been only black-and-white – it's been a whole rainbow of emotions.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
5 June 2025
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Make a Statement with Lighting With its midcentury table, Lucite chairs, and bare white walls, the Kells' dining room is quite spare and restrained—all the better to show off a chandelier with a rainbow of glass teardrops.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
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For more than a decade, Combs’s legendary White Parties attracted a medley of stars to the Hamptons, Los Angeles, and Saint-Tropez.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2025
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The rapper recognized the 30th anniversary of his In A Major Way sophomore album and performed a medley of fan-favorite records in the intimate setting.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
2 June 2025
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In jumbles of old stones that, to me, are barely legible as the remains of buildings, Cocon López could see the entire timeline of old Aké and how later people interacted with and repurposed what came before.—
Lizzie Wade,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
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Instead, voters themselves are jumbles of competing and sometimes contradictory interests.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
14 Feb. 2025
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Fine Mess Bakery offers an assortment of beautiful pastries and, on weekends, excellent bread, while Isabel’s Espresso has coffee lovers covered.—
Leslie Kelly,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Walmart stores have an assortment of over 150,000 items in a location.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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The exhibition features a new body of work Sutherland created from 2024 to 2025, including large-scale abstract paintings, collage that weaves together drawings, photographs, stickers and found images, and sculpture.—
Alia Yee Noll,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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The tribute included a sweet collage of throwback photos of White over the years.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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The Army has taken a variety of steps to protect the streets, including laying metal plates along the parade's route.—
LOLITA C. BALDOR,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2025
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There is a variety of match times on offer too, ranging from three minutes per player right up to 20 mins.—
Barry Collins,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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“Tapestry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tapestry. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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