ornamental

Example Sentences

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The Declaration often took up a full page with ornamental type.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"The crop is still seen as a backyard ornamental or medicinal plant rather than a commercial commodity," says Reddy.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

For decades, these elements were treated as ornamental details.

From Science Daily • Dec. 16, 2025

The women who’ve long been expected to be ornamental — actresses, swimsuit models, even some athletes — are now building bodies that don’t just perform, but project power.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2025

“Everywhere the best ornamental grounds that we see are those in which vines and creepers are outwitting the gardener. We can’t have little vines and weeds enough.”

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson