Persian rug

Example Sentences

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One Iranian journalist described the northwestern region as a beautiful Persian rug with different colors and patterns weaved together, according to China News, another state-run news agency.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2023

At first glance, the thrift shop window display suggests a den: Persian rug in mustard and burgundy, wide-set antique rocking chair, throw pillow dotted with bits of white and turquoise rag.

From Slate • May 14, 2019

With its paneled walls, its muffled skylights, its comfortable leather sofas and its large Persian rug, the room invites one to sit and rest.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2016

He owned Persian rug stores in Mill Valley and Petaluma, where he was known as a gregarious businessman.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2016

We filed, into the living room, where our dripping clothes made puddles on Grosie’s Persian rug.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey