mantelpiece
Example Sentences
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She's a Hollywood A-lister, with a mantelpiece groaning under the weight of awards.
From BBC • Oct. 19, 2025
The density of the ornament is matched only by its cheapness, with chalices lined up on the mantelpiece like the decorator raided the trophy case of a middle-school gymnasium.
From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025
This product is about 4 inches long, with a string for hanging from your rearview mirror or mantelpiece.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023
The floral arrangements atop the mantelpiece mirror the artistic display on the ottoman below, featuring generous swathes of twiggy sprays that cascade from the vase, while rich reds, oranges and yellows create an autumnal bouquet.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2023
Looking up, he could see his mother through the large curtainless windows inspecting a fine old mantelpiece in the living room.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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