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velveteen

[vel-vi-teen] / ˌvɛl vɪˈtin /
ADJECTIVE
velvet
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
WEAK


NOUN
velvet
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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That lent a velveteen innocence to the jovial wreckage “The Osbournes” created and navigated almost constantly, although there were many times when what we saw clashed against the lighthearted sonic wallpaper.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2025

At the National Museum of African American History and Culture, one of Mrs. Beane’s hats is green velveteen.

From Washington Post • Oct. 25, 2022

Possessor of a velveteen baritone, perfect pitch and brilliant piano skills, Cole is known for his recordings of songs including “Unforgettable,” “Mona Lisa” and “Rambling Rose.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2022

They wore "long greasy velveteen coats, furnished with pockets of vast capacity, and their nether limbs are encased in dirty canvas trousers", Mayhew noted.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2021

Holly jumped back, flattening herself against the velveteen wallpaper.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer