velvet
Example Sentences
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Deluxe-theater owners had modeled their palaces after opera houses and temples, complete with velvet drapes, gilt ceilings and live orchestras.
The boys dive for a velvet armchair and tussle for a moment before realizing they both fit.
From Literature
“Indeed. My contribution will be to lend an ear to the story from this velvet chaise by the far window.”
From Literature
She described the ladies loos as having a tropical feel with birds and plants adorning the walls and doors, and red velvet furniture available for customers to sit on.
From BBC
The living room of Adams’ home consists of bright velvet pieces, a mirrored side table and white drapes.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
