carpet

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The two leaders shook hands warmly, Trump patting Xi's hand, and exchanged a few words on the red carpet before the cameras.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

A red carpet was rolled out at the bottom of the aircraft’s stairs with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng awaiting Trump.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The carpet business was said to have been "extensively damaged" as a result of the blaze.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Then I found out sneakers were forbidden on the carpet.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

He noticed a bit of loose carpet beneath a seat in the balcony of the Symphony Theater.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin