variants
or décor
as in scenery
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
a minimalist approach has been taken with the stage decor for this production of the play
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More Is More Just like maximalism, kitsch home decor embraces a more is more approach to decorating.
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
The main decor consisted of historical photos and restaurant paraphernalia.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Spaces like these often require less décor to feel special—which can free up budget for food, lighting, or guest experience.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Jan. 2026
The decor can be very specific for clientele.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 5 Jan. 2026
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Sometimes, just having a change of scenery and working on something different is rejuvenating and refueling.—
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Outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and infinity pools are carefully sited to offer stunning views without detracting from the scenery, reinforcing the sense that every feature has its place in the overall narrative of the property.—
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The set is user-friendly and lasts up to two weeks with proper application.—
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The final part of the dormancy evolution puzzle is what ecologists refer to as the ecological niche a species occupies — the specific set of conditions that species evolved to exploit or the conditions under which that species is likely to be more successful when compared to other species.—
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Photos and video from the scene showed a Honda Pilot with a bullet hole in the windshield.—
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Investigators identified the driver who left the scene as Shaina Renee Dallachiesa, 37, of Marion, Virginia.—
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“Decor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decor. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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