mantelpiece

Example Sentences

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The biggest one for McIlroy is less tangible than the Green Jacket in the wardrobe, the sterling silver replica trophy on the mantelpiece, or the reserved spot in the car park.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The density of the ornament is matched only by its cheapness, with chalices lined up on the mantelpiece like the decorator raided the trophy case of a middle-school gymnasium.

From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025

This product is about 4 inches long, with a string for hanging from your rearview mirror or mantelpiece.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

A fallen tree’s “live edge” can make a nice mantelpiece or floating shelf, Elfline suggests.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023

A high-pitched, gold clock in a glass case ticked very fast on the mantelpiece.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier