wrapping paper
Example Sentences
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The anthology show's running theme of anger is "just the wrapping paper" for those deeper issues, he says.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
Her curt weekly directive was to take one from the pile and stick it in wrapping paper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
It was outfitted with wood-paneled walls and green-and-red carpet that reminded me of Christmas wrapping paper.
From Slate ● Apr. 30, 2025
For our annual holiday wrapping paper feature, Times art directors commissioned eight L.A.-based muralists to illustrate intriguing designs, from a Dodgers tribute to sweet treats perfect for the season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 13, 2024
Mrs. Hyatt and every teacher after her always let Maria take charge of the green paper cutout candy canes and the purple-striped stars cut from wrapping paper.
From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper
