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Recent Examples of embroidered
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Kate Flannery wears an embroidered gown to the Normal premiere with Mary Lynn Rajskub in Los Angeles on April 15.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
So, too, was Rita Ora's; the singer donned an embroidered naked dress for the event complete with a giant black bow and a massive hat covered in black feathers.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
His services are not limited to jeans; Friedberg is working with brands on leather, denim, silk, hand beaded and embroidered blouses, sweater knits and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
Snag Loft’s whimsical embroidered floral option on sale that celebrates spring blooms, or embrace vintage edge with this boyfriend-cut Levi’s 90s Trucker Jacket.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
On display are intimate personal effects—embroidered blouses, combs, hand mirrors—alongside patriarch Guillermo Kahlo’s extensive photography.
—Theo Lee, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Mark & Graham’s bespoke pillow covers can be embroidered with monograms, names and dates, commemorating weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
The Sheer Maxi Dress Consider this Chanel dress, embroidered with floral appliqués that distract the eye from the body beneath, as proof that nearly sheer dresses needn’t amount to impropriety.
—Chloé Versabeau, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2026
Kennard, wearing a white polo shirt with LeBron James’ name embroidered on his shirt, is smiling wide at the LeBron James Skills Academy in Las Vegas.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
The $50 top features a small, red stiletto with the franchise's pitchfork heel embroidered on the chest.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Photos of the clothing items were shown to the jury, including the blue jeans, which were embroidered with pink flowers on the front pockets.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
Prosecutors discussed the pants Athena wore when she was abducted; Ashley Strand identified them positively, a pair of blue jeans with flowers embroidered on them.
—Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
The signage lets viewers know it is made from silk chiffon and embroidered with bugle beads.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Additionally, the set arrives in an elegant box and is complemented by a stylish and embroidered pocket carrying case as well as a matching keychain.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Kate Flannery wears an embroidered gown to the Normal premiere with Mary Lynn Rajskub in Los Angeles on April 15.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
So, too, was Rita Ora's; the singer donned an embroidered naked dress for the event complete with a giant black bow and a massive hat covered in black feathers.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
His services are not limited to jeans; Friedberg is working with brands on leather, denim, silk, hand beaded and embroidered blouses, sweater knits and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2026
Snag Loft’s whimsical embroidered floral option on sale that celebrates spring blooms, or embrace vintage edge with this boyfriend-cut Levi’s 90s Trucker Jacket.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
On display are intimate personal effects—embroidered blouses, combs, hand mirrors—alongside patriarch Guillermo Kahlo’s extensive photography.
—Theo Lee, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
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The intricate ivory silk dress also featured a 15-foot train embroidered in pearl, crystal and appliqué duchess satin.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Mark & Graham’s bespoke pillow covers can be embroidered with monograms, names and dates, commemorating weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
The Sheer Maxi Dress Consider this Chanel dress, embroidered with floral appliqués that distract the eye from the body beneath, as proof that nearly sheer dresses needn’t amount to impropriety.
—Chloé Versabeau, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2026
Kennard, wearing a white polo shirt with LeBron James’ name embroidered on his shirt, is smiling wide at the LeBron James Skills Academy in Las Vegas.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
The $50 top features a small, red stiletto with the franchise's pitchfork heel embroidered on the chest.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Photos of the clothing items were shown to the jury, including the blue jeans, which were embroidered with pink flowers on the front pockets.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
Prosecutors discussed the pants Athena wore when she was abducted; Ashley Strand identified them positively, a pair of blue jeans with flowers embroidered on them.
—Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
The signage lets viewers know it is made from silk chiffon and embroidered with bugle beads.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidered
Adjective
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Bandit had been monitored in a specialized, padded holding area in the zoo’s medical facility to ensure his safety and comfort.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The pair collided with such force that Dumoulin got knocked up about two feet in the air before landing hard on his padded backside.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Bring a bit of springtime joy into your kitchen with this braiser that features an embossed petal design on the lid that's inspired by the French anemone flower.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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Whether rendered in smooth leather, embossed textures, or bold seasonal colors, the top-handle bag offers a timeless way to add structure and sophistication to a collection.—
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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Goldman Sachs’ David Mericle suggests this reading has perhaps been exaggerated.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Hanks rejected that argument, finding the remarks were exaggerated rather than defamatory.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Her nails continued the embellished theme, with rhinestones bedazzling her French manicure.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Shield little faces from the sun with embellished baseball hats -- styles so cute, kids will actually want to wear them.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The neutral color adds an effortlessly polished touch, while the waffle texture and fringed edges bring subtle charm.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The indoor-outdoor dining space is similar to the one in Dubai, also designed by Hugo Toro, and has a sprawling terrace furnished with fringed umbrellas, potted herbs, and a bar capped in gorgeous pistachio marble.—
Adam Erace,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The lower half of his leg was darkly colored, indicating bleeding under his skin.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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On the paths between gravestones are colored footprints, as if left by cartoon characters.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Buckingham Palace announced in February 2024 that Charles had a form of cancer, discovered after a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Organized by the Malta Film Commission, the festival is set to grow in both scale and ambition this year, with an enlarged program of screenings, industry events and cultural offerings aimed at strengthening Malta’s role as an international filmmaking hub.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Holmes’ cashmere Khaite bra and bralette moment, which went unexpectedly viral seven years ago, received a red-carpet update this time around, with a white button-down styled off the shoulder, peekaboo strap, and a sequined charcoal skirt.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
16 Apr. 2026
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In a photo shared from the Indio, California, festival, Jenner leaned into the lingerie-as-outerwear trend, sporting a sequined bra top with long fringe paired with baggy, light-wash denim.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Embroidered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroidered. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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