as in adorned
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the town hall was draped in bunting for the annual Fourth of July festivities
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Recent Examples of draped
Large American flags were draped along the side of the main stage where The Beard & The Bird entertained guests with a blend of jazz, blues, and country music.
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Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
His vehicle and post car from Precinct 6-Towson have been draped in bunting in front of the Baltimore County Public Safety Building in Towson.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
Her dark brunette curls draped around her shoulders while her bands framed her face.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Some waved or draped Venezuelan flags around themselves in the capital city of Colombia, which borders Venezuela.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 4 Jan. 2026
Bloom, once again, draped herself in sequins, this time a rich chocolate-brown color.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026
Prince Cheddward, as he's known to Cheez-It employees and fans of bowl-game sideshows, then draped a puffy red cloak over Simmons' shoulders.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 3 Jan. 2026
Nearly everyone was draped in Venezuelan flags or wearing hats and jerseys in the national colors, turning the crowd into a sea of red, blue and yellow.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Jan. 2026
Set on just over an acre, this 5-bedroom residence delivers that timeless Cape Cod design but draped in big-time luxury.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draped
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During the celebration, Kendall was presented with a white birthday cake adorned with black ribbons, white candles and shot bottles of 818 tequila (her alcohol brand).—
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The facade is adorned with the brand’s signature cannage pattern, while inside there is Versailles parquet flooring similar to the Dior flagship at 30 Montaigne, the house’s historic address.—
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Its Legends Program introduces guests to world-class athletes—think NFL legends, soccer pros, and decorated Olympians—for exclusive sports clinics.—
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Designed by the Greek creative studio House of Shila, each room is decorated with a mix of bespoke creations, commissioned pieces, or one-of-a-kind finds from Athenian antique stores.—
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“Draped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draped. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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