How to Use Grecian in a Sentence
Grecian
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There was the tight Grecian gown that weighed a million pounds, and the gossamer white-and-silver one that barely concealed my nipples.
—Ruth Madievsky, Good Housekeeping, 10 May 2023
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There are Chloé dresses in Sonia Delaunay-esque prints and trompe l’oeil Grecian drapes.
—Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 4 May 2023
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And for Madelyn Cline, the spirit of a Grecian getaway was best embodied by a single braid, draped over one shoulder for a goddess-like effect.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2023
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The small kitchen was expanded and opened up by using simple shelving, paneled appliances, and Sherwin Williams’ Grecian White paint.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 22 Nov. 2023
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In between the obligatory Grecian reverie and the bucket list tour of Egypt, America’s sprawling back yard becomes quite attractive for a three-day getaway.
—Leena Kim, Town & Country, 18 June 2023
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Everyone loves a Grecian yarn, and Michaelides who hails from Cyprus, is particularly influenced by his homeland.
—EW.com, 17 Jan. 2024
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Luckily, this grand Grecian capital has no shortage of options for those looking to stay in style, and here, our readers have winnowed the options to three incredible standouts.
—Lila Battis, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2023
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Arched doorways, commonly seen in Grecian and Gothic architecture, not only add softness to your interiors but bring a custom touch to a new-build or contractor-grade home.
—Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 2 June 2023
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Other shots included a beautiful view from a seaside restaurant, a black and white polka dot Grecian path and a bathroom selfie photo of Cavallari looking particularly bronzed in a white sweater dress.
—Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2023
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Coming after decades of graceful nymphs, stately ladies, and shapely Grecian goddesses, Clotho is exhilarating because of its utter indifference to the male gaze.
—Farah Peterson, The Atlantic, 14 Dec. 2023
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