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upholstery

[uhp-hohl-stuh-ree, -stree, uh-pohl-] / ʌpˈhoʊl stə ri, -stri, əˈpoʊl- /
NOUN
covering
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Long before its buttery aroma seeped into the upholstery of American theaters, the snack lived a humbler life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

This could be achieved with upholstery that shows the company cares that you’re there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

Jenner chose a similar shade for the upholstery in her home theater, revealing two rows of brown velvet chairs that she described as “yummy” in her caption.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

He complained that the attention had dried up referrals to his auto upholstery business.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2025

A number of well-dressed men and women were gathered in groups, some beside a grand piano, the others lounging in the pale beige upholstery of the blond wood chairs.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison



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