adorns

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Chavez’s name also adorns buildings and departments across California college campuses, especially those focused on Latino communities, Chicano studies and labor studies.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

The vice presidential seal adorns the wall behind the meeting table.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

It adorns an elaborate “Altar of Sin,” surrounded by classical statuary and shells.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Behind the graceful figure that adorns one of New York City’s cherished spaces was an artist devoted to her work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

“The first is buried with Papa, the second went to the grave with Mama, and the third adorns my brother’s hand. But I desperately want it for myself.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan