as in ornamentation
decoration that consists of delicate and complicated designs made of fine gold or silver wire
a surface decorated with filigree and pearls
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of filigree
Loren Savini, Allure, 13 Dec. 2023
The ornaments, made with sequins, gems, stones and filigree, were handcrafted by San Diego artists Florence Hord and Elizabeth Schlappi, with the first of the collection created in the 1930s by Hord.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Nov. 2023
Alex Davies, WIRED, 19 Aug. 2019
In contrast to the historic skyscraper’s filigreed crown of flying buttresses and pinnacles, the top of the new one would consist of curving glass walls extending beyond the building’s occupied floors.
—Blair Kamin and Ryan Ori, chicagotribune.com, 16 Apr. 2018
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Noun
Or surround an Ansel Adams photograph in ornate gold filigree?
2024 bang trends are all about matching your personality and mood.
—Loren Savini, Allure, 13 Dec. 2023
The ornaments, made with sequins, gems, stones and filigree, were handcrafted by San Diego artists Florence Hord and Elizabeth Schlappi, with the first of the collection created in the 1930s by Hord.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Nov. 2023
Verb
Another helpful move was using what Bugatti calls filigree side view mirrors, which let air pass through them.
—Alex Davies, WIRED, 19 Aug. 2019
In contrast to the historic skyscraper’s filigreed crown of flying buttresses and pinnacles, the top of the new one would consist of curving glass walls extending beyond the building’s occupied floors.
—Blair Kamin and Ryan Ori, chicagotribune.com, 16 Apr. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for filigree
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Of course, there is improv in the movie, just naturally little ornamentation and stuff.Mike Miller, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Suggestions range from temperature regulation to come-hither ornamentation for attracting mates, to tools of self-defense.Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.oregonlive, oregonlive, 24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2022
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Nothing drives this designer crazier than seeing icicle lights, oversized ornaments, and inflatable snowmen in my neighbors’ yards in February!Steven John, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2024
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Most of the trees have ornaments made of shells, driftwood, even starfish.Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 25 Dec. 2024
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Before three people died from eating a homemade Christmas cake believed to have been laced with arsenic, other family members noticed an off-putting flavor, authorities said, according to a recent news report.Nicole Acosta, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Resting amid a 30-acre parcel laced with towering oaks and pines, in the exclusive gated enclave of Tahquitz Shadow Estates, the stucco and steel-roof structure was completed in the late 1990s and offers four bedrooms and an equal number of baths.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2025
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Art And Craft Supplies Paints, glues, and markers dry out; craft papers can fade; and the teens have outgrown glitter and pipe cleaners.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
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Avoid glitter and foil, and look for cards that are labelled as recyclable.Verity Burns, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
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Sail on to Tobacco Caye, a charming five-acre coral island fringed with palm trees.Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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Lying 27 miles to the north, this dozy islet fringed by luminous powder-soft pink sand and is home to stunning beaches, caves, and exotic birds.CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Nov. 2024
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Her parents Angelo and Diamante both worked in the family’s shawl and embroidery factory.Luke Leitch, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Usually employing West African print, Adama Paris is regularly redefining classic Senegalese wares into a contemporary form; think overflowing bubu dresses, maxi skirts, mini jumpsuits, with bold embroideries in colorful prints.Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
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Add a faux fur skirt or garland around the tree for an elevated approach to the decade.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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In June there are midsommar festivals garlanded with wild flowers—mercifully unlike Midsommar, save for the maypoles that stand tall in nearly every village.Rick Jordan, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2024
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“Filigree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filigree. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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