adorns

Example Sentences

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The vice presidential seal adorns the wall behind the meeting table.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

It adorns an elaborate “Altar of Sin,” surrounded by classical statuary and shells.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

And you can also see a photo of the famed Riverside Market sign that adorns the house’s outdoor pool next to a portable bar Willis had hand-sculpted from Motor City-found items.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2025

The love for McTimonay is such that his image adorns the walls of Naples next to the murals of the city's favourite son, Diego Maradona.

From BBC • May 23, 2025

“The first is buried with Papa, the second went to the grave with Mama, and the third adorns my brother’s hand. But I desperately want it for myself.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan