Persian rug

Example Sentences

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One Iranian journalist described the northwestern region as a beautiful Persian rug with different colors and patterns weaved together, according to China News, another state-run news agency.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2023

It is the Persian rug with a deliberate mistake.

From The Guardian • May 19, 2019

At first glance, the thrift shop window display suggests a den: Persian rug in mustard and burgundy, wide-set antique rocking chair, throw pillow dotted with bits of white and turquoise rag.

From Slate • May 14, 2019

Quave saw something quite different: a vast botanical tapestry, rich as a Persian rug.

From New York Times • Sep. 14, 2016

Gold-embroidered cushions were scattered over the crimson-and-navy Persian rug that covered a spotless white-marble floor.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda