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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
The discussion quickly revealed a vivid tapestry of how childfree adults navigate life after hours, with activities ranging from quiet nights streaming favorite shows to workout sessions, team sports, and reconnecting over dinners with friends.
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Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
Here’s how one of the best K-dramas of the year so far tied up its tapestry of Korean modern history, Jeju culture, and one family’s dreams in its emotional conclusion.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 28 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, this presentation shines a light on the invisible fabric that weaves a colorful tapestry of community in Orlando.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
Starting with a Haring print from his ‘Fertility’ series, their collection has since grown into a rich tapestry of cultural narratives.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
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Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
Here’s how one of the best K-dramas of the year so far tied up its tapestry of Korean modern history, Jeju culture, and one family’s dreams in its emotional conclusion.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 28 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, this presentation shines a light on the invisible fabric that weaves a colorful tapestry of community in Orlando.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
Starting with a Haring print from his ‘Fertility’ series, their collection has since grown into a rich tapestry of cultural narratives.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tapestry
Noun
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Traveling, crafting, hiking, raving/festivals, cooking as a hobby, painting, mosaics, cozy gaming, self help books, attending local events, learning tarot and astrology.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Nona Perrin’s Pacific Beach home is filled with art — paintings, mosaics, sculptures and more.—
Elaine Alfaro,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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Not all everything was rainbows and unicorns, though.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Any sunshine and rainbows that came out of that soon turned dark as Rinsch blew through millions and millions with nothing to show for it.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
3 Apr. 2025
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The medley of cheeses is carefully chosen to achieve richness and depth.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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In 2015, Lopez, 55, opened the awards ceremony by dancing to a medley of the biggest songs from that year.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
9 Apr. 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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Baker also leads the orchestra, which sounds grand — although the sound in the arts center’s Pugh Theater often left musicians, lead singers and chorus all at the same level, with actors speaking over all of it at the same time to create a sonic jumble.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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From an assortment standpoint, data helps massively as well.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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What was wrong with an assortment of kingdoms, fiefdoms, and tribes?—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
7 Apr. 2025
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These articles and practices align with Self’s idea of collage as representative of selfhood and that humans exist in multiple dimensions.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Mar. 2025
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The collage of photos showed Chloe asleep, the couple on the red carpet and the basketball court as well as the national champion on vacation.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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Available in a variety of heights and colorways, new drops constantly have sneakerheads in a frenzy, but the fashion crowd loves the classic white version for its versatile styling capabilities.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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The platform slide sandals come in a variety of bold colors and feature a debossed design on the base of the shoe.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Tapestry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tapestry. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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