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Doughnut-decorating robots struggle with seasonal and limited-time designs, so Krispy Kreme employees embellish the sweet treats by hand in an effort to lure younger consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026

The 48-year-old American has long been a controversial figure, often criticized for an overly defensive style, and accused by some of dodging the most dangerous opponents simply to embellish his record.

From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026

A total of 13 other witnesses used to support the prosecution case have now told the BBC the police pressured them to embellish their statements or lie in court.

From BBC ● Feb. 16, 2026

Four photos from a courtroom appearance she made in August embellish that variant.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2025

“I was always encouraged to embellish my flower painting with caterpillars, summer birds and such little animals, in the same manner as landscape painters do, to enliven the one through the other.”

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman

In various chat logs the BBC has seen, the chatbot suggests, affirms and embellishes these ideas.

From BBC ● May 2, 2026

Though the novel is steeped in research, the island kingdom it portrays predates written records, so Mr. Johnson freely embellishes his intense tale with magic and mythology.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 3, 2025

Howard Hudson’s lighting design embellishes the show with its own grid of electric inspiration.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 27, 2022

Hey, it’s television — a medium that regularly exaggerates and embellishes for the public’s entertainment.

From Seattle Times ● May 15, 2022

To ensure that no one embellishes or sensationalizes their stories, I’m going to ask them to sign an honor code.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers

Fani, a Brentwood artist, considers her collection an extension of her art and has embellished some with Swarovski crystals.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

But frustration was mounting until Bellingham's quality and industry paid off with England's opener, capping a man-of-the-match performance further embellished with his assist for Kane.

From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026

Drummers embellished the rhythm of partygoers chanting “Knicks in 5.”

From Salon ● Jun. 17, 2026

It was customised by La Rocka designer Russell Tate, who was also from Hertfordshire, and features a red BSA logo on the back embellished with crystals.

From BBC ● May 1, 2026

As the pamphlet circulated, the tale was embellished.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

The scandal erupted last month after some academics and media reports accused Arday of plagiarising parts of his doctoral thesis and embellishing his life achievements.

From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026

He became embarrassed after he was caught fabricating or embellishing stories about playing college baseball, responding to protest scenes and an award he won in the police academy, according to the motion.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026

Had the striker gone down, embellishing the level of contact, a VAR review feels like it would have been a certainty.

From BBC ● Apr. 20, 2026

The governor has faced allegations of embellishing his military record.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026

But when telling Augustus Waters, I painted the rosiest possible picture, embellishing the miraculousness of the miracle.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green