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trappings

[trap-ingz] / ˈtræp ɪŋz /


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They didn’t do that because they wanted to have the trappings and the veneer of making it look as if it were a real federal case.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

The shiny trappings are just part of the allure of the 58-year-old venue.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The movie takes on some formulaic thriller trappings in its final act, relying too heavily on strained coincidences.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

But despite the classical trappings, this was the loudest concert I've ever experienced at the O2 - not least on a thumping techno remix of Berghain, which the star premiered at this year's Brit Awards.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

I tried to pull their hands away from him to relieve the pain I saw in his face, but the trappings of the priest’s costume entangled me and so I could do very little.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya




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