inlay

Example Sentences

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Her nods to the Navajo culture include a turquoise inlay and a depiction of eagle feathers, which are used to give blessings.

From Washington Times • Mar. 24, 2023

Mr. Rudman was known as a painting collector, and not a furniture specialist, said Mr. Koeppe, who speculated that the floral inlay may have reminded Mr. Rudman of a still life.

From New York Times • Mar. 2, 2023

Its stone marble inlay storefront cut with industrial Uranian blue linings and arched entryway faces the dancing fountain in the complex’s atrium.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2023

There seems to be a trend toward a bit of embellishment, from small inlay on items such as desks to kitchen cabinet trim.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 24, 2023

It was a deep crimson with gold trim, and a swirly gold inlay framed the image.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan