decorative

Example Sentences

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"Decorative lighting, garlands are not a priority," Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said in early December, instructing citizens to reduce unnecessary consumption.

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

The feather sold on Monday was "in wonderful condition", says Leah Morris, Head of Decorative Arts at Webb's Auction House.

From BBC • May 22, 2024

Decorative soccer balls remain inside the metro carriages.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 27, 2024

Decorative bunting is nowhere to be found, and large rallies will come later.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023

Decorative hieroglyphic borders were added to the poster-paint pictures that already adorned the walls of the temple.

From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder