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as in needlework
decorative stitching done on cloth with the use of a needle
she's been able to turn her skill at embroidery into a second business selling decorative items
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as in exaggeration
the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts
it's doubtful that she ever told an anecdote without considerable embroidery
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Recent Examples of embroidery
Jenner stunned in a black Schiaparelli dress with thin straps and black thread embroidery.
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Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2025
Fashion report, please: April wears a gorgeous gown with a ball-gown skirt and some sheer netting with embroidery.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 9 May 2025
That started with the signature item of the Herrera oeuvre, the crisp white shirt, paired with a column skirt crafted of contrasting black and white crystal embroidery.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2025
The fabric features white embroidery, giving the simple design depth and texture.
—Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 18 May 2025
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Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2025
Fashion report, please: April wears a gorgeous gown with a ball-gown skirt and some sheer netting with embroidery.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 9 May 2025
That started with the signature item of the Herrera oeuvre, the crisp white shirt, paired with a column skirt crafted of contrasting black and white crystal embroidery.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2025
The fabric features white embroidery, giving the simple design depth and texture.
—Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 18 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for embroidery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidery
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For decades the jewelry house Tane México 1942 has translated its Mexican heritage and identity into silver, drawing inspiration from items as diverse as kernels of corn, Oaxacan needlework and even Frida Kahlo’s signature braids.—
Janelle Conaway,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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The collection is an homage to the rich history of needlework, quilting and handmade artistry, aiming to connect modern makers with timeless designs from the past.—
Courtney Lane,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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Because the global economy is confidently transforming into a knowledge economy: Its foundation consists of innovations, technologies and data, which, without exaggeration, can be called the oil of the 21st century.—
Olena Orliuk,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The level of spending DOGE has cut from the government is the subject of debate, with errors and exaggerations found in the calculations claimed by Musk.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The real Reubens, who died of cancer at 70 in 2023, bore little resemblance to either of these caricatures.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 May 2025
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And just opposite the cashier is a caricature of each member of the 2023-24 Primeira Liga-winning Sporting squad.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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In January of this year, the FDA revoked its authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3, giving companies until early 2027 to phase out use of the product in foods in favor of alternative food colorings.—
Stephen DeAngelis,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The new species was identified by its DNA, tail length, body proportions, ears, skull shape, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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The story is a fabrication from beginning to end, utterly and completely false.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
24 May 2025
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The oversized garage has been used as an art studio, welding and fabrication shop, and for camper van storage.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
19 May 2025
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“Embroidery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroidery. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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