wrapping paper

Example Sentences

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But if your elastic wrapping paper has a pattern on it, stretching it this way will distort the pattern, enlarging some parts and not others.

From Slate • Jan. 21, 2026

This year my eyes will still roll a little as the wrapping paper flies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

"I live in the end house and we get whatever is chucked - fruit peelings, wrapping paper blowing into our garden," he said.

From BBC • May 8, 2025

The only thing lacking was shiny wrapping paper and a bright red bow.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2024

It’s wrapped in balloon-covered “Happy Birthday” wrapping paper.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison