carpet

Example Sentences

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The light levels are distressingly low—low enough to protect sensitive works on paper or a woven carpet but unnecessary for oil paintings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“Look at that tiny window and carpet of decay,” she said, laughing at the twin bed and messy floor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Cate Blanchett, Rachel Zegler, and Paddington Bear were among the stars walking the red carpet at this year's Olivier Awards, which celebrate the best of British theatre.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Munir also greeted Vance, escorting him down a red carpet at the Nur Khan air base, where US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner were already waiting.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

Beatrice tripped herself up and nosed into the Persian carpet, twice.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck