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carpet

[kahr-pit] / ˈkɑr pɪt /
NOUN
nappy floor covering
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Earlier in the week, workers were seen rolling out a red carpet, which was hastily withdrawn.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

The carpet was quickly removed that same day.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

He designed warehouse facilities, used computers to analyze sales, and earned two patents on methods of packaging and storing carpet rolls.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

He has also created red carpet looks for the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry and Ariana Grande, while having his work showcased on the covers of publications including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and Vanity Fair.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

The carpet was quite threadbare by now, the school full of broken hearts.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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