embellish

Example Sentences

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He was often criticized for an overly defensive style, and accused by some of dodging the most dangerous opponents simply to embellish his record.

From Barron's

A total of 13 other witnesses used to support the prosecution case have now told the BBC the police pressured them to embellish their statements or lie in court.

From BBC

The entire property became a canvas for Pratt’s insatiable artistic impulses, embellished everywhere with paintings and little installations.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The story of how it got on a monitor lizard’s knee has been embellished and spun for so many generations, who really knows what the truth is anymore?”

From Literature

The sleeves of her deep red dress were bell-shaped and flowing, the rich fabric embellished with golden trim.

From Literature