tinsel
Example Sentences
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“Let’s pack our bags, grab some tinsel and emotionally prepare for a hearty serving of family dysfunction,” the streamer said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
“For that, we added lots of swallow-tailed ribbons for an extra pop of color … underneath all the tinsel which is Zooey’s absolute favorite!” he added.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025
"We bring in a few mince pies, the site offices might have a bit of tinsel around," he says.
From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025
Marks & Spencer noted strong sales of its tinsel rosettes and tinsel tree skirts this year, while John Lewis said sales of "retro-nostalgic decor" had soared 180% in 2025.
From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025
The stair railing is decorated in red, green, and silver tinsel.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.