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Recent Examples of red-carpet
The programming lineup complements previously announced selections, including narrative and documentary feature films, exclusive screenings and world premieres, sneak peaks and red-carpet premieres.
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Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
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
There was a brief red-carpet ceremony to welcome Vance at PAF Air Base Nur Khan, which was protected by heavy security.
—Brian Dakss, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
The cranberry-colored outfit includes dress shirt, matching dress shoes and socks, and accessories that reflect the actor’s red-carpet style, Tussauds officials say.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
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Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
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
There was a brief red-carpet ceremony to welcome Vance at PAF Air Base Nur Khan, which was protected by heavy security.
—Brian Dakss, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
The cranberry-colored outfit includes dress shirt, matching dress shoes and socks, and accessories that reflect the actor’s red-carpet style, Tussauds officials say.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-carpet
Adjective
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The position is otherwise largely ceremonial.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Given the extraordinary effort required to build them, these structures may have held ceremonial or symbolic meaning beyond simple shelter.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The ones named Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion by the judges make a ceremonious visit at the end of the day to the Brown Palace Hotel and Spa in downtown Denver.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The dress code was white tie—known as the most formal dress code in the United States.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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Authorities say a homicide investigation that began in 1973 has now been brought to a formal close, more than a half-century after a woman was found dead in a Northern Virginia state forest.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Long, layered pendants and strands of pearls work well with both knits and ladylike jackets, as seen here.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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Whereas these very ladylike mules would still be quite cute with jeans and a T-shirt, an outfit in the same black and white theme takes things to another level.—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In addition to his two-way excellence, Kopitar has won multiple Lady Byng trophies as the league’s most gentlemanly player.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Rising above the intraband fray, Weir remained gentlemanly and affable.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The royal court, along with the palaces of nobles, became centers of elegance and display, with ceremonies and outward grandeur being an important part of courtly culture.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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The courtly British comedy finds Albert Finney embracing saucy adventures and getting into swordfights as a squire cast out of his kingdom. 80.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The 2026 draft footprint stretched across Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium (still Heinz Field in the hearts of civilized people) and by the end of the weekend, the city had hosted one of the biggest football parties in human history.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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That’s pretty reasonable, civilized even.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But the Ballances were more than gallant warriors – in fact, a life-size oil painting of Marti’s great-grandfather Charles Ballance’s wife and children – including her grandfather Willis as a 3-year-old – hangs in a place of honor at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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And Texas made a gallant comeback to tie the game at 77-77 when Pope coolly sank three consecutive free throws after getting fouled behind the arc with 3.8 seconds remaining.—
Kirk Bohls,
Houston Chronicle,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Red-carpet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red-carpet. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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