carpet

Example Sentences

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They shouldn’t trip when they walk down the red carpet.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

A commenter branded it an example of “the Backrooms,” described as “nothing but the stink of old moist carpet, the madness of mono-yellow, the endless background noise of fluorescent lights at maximum hum-buzz.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The designer drew inspiration for Gregory’s burgundy coat from a Coogler red carpet moment, tailoring a clean, sophisticated silhouette while playing with the scale of Janine’s costume.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"It is a pretty-looking thing," he concedes, plucking fragments off a clump torn from a carpet of green moss.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Natalie was happy to lie with her eyes closed on the damp carpet while Patience got up to dry off.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz