drape

Example Sentences

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The viral photo of golden-goal-scoring forward Jack Hughes, smiling widely with two teeth missing and an American flag draped around his shoulder, instantly entered the realm of American sporting lore.

From Los Angeles Times

Before the sessions, the sisters began to ask that drapes be drawn—the spirits preferred darkness.

From Literature

I could see my gunny sack with the traps in it draped over a limb.

From Literature

The miller gathered the gold as I spun it, draping it around his neck and waist, and laughing all the while.

From Literature

“By Design” cleverly drapes its thematic thorns in ornate production design and costuming, making its emotional impact all the more deceptive.

From Salon