How to Use motif in a Sentence

motif

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  • The wallpaper has a flower motif.
  • The Gift logo motif at the hem of one sleeve–this is one standout in the range.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Brides get to choose leathers, colors, motifs and more.
    — Ivy Manners, New York Times, 9 May 2024
  • The gold and diamond bone motif embroidered on the dress brought out the warm tones of the necklace and the ring.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2024
  • The artist weaves this one together with motifs from sea, earth, and sky.
    — Cate McQuaid, BostonGlobe.com, 25 July 2023
  • If florals are the must-have print of spring, then gingham is the go-to motif come summer.
    — Maria Ward, Vogue, 13 July 2017
  • If that weren’t enough, the vehicle’s flanks are adorned with motifs that depict a bunch of grapes.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2023
  • This plate has a tree of life motif that symbolizes hope.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Good Housekeeping, 21 Feb. 2023
  • This move, of course, is soaked in the maddening motif of the current Dodger culture.
    — Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2024
  • The eponymous motif has been around since the ancient Greeks built their empire.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2022
  • Many of the looks were monotone, but floral motifs were a main driver.
    — Allyson Portee, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2023
  • The little red beetles appear as a motif on clothes and decor.
    — Kate Morgan, Washington Post, 21 Nov. 2023
  • The final look featured gold crystals along the seam lines and pearls filling in the swoosh motif, toe caps and heel tabs.
    — Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 10 May 2023
  • So many of your garments feature New York foods and motifs.
    — Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2023
  • There are nods to Abloh with the use of arrow motifs and a bright futuristic venue.
    — Essence, 29 Feb. 2024
  • The body of the dress was form-fitting all the way down, with a beautiful lace motif printed around the waist of the dress like a belt, a Dior classic.
    — Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 28 Oct. 2024
  • The ensemble detailing appeared to feature pearl and chain motifs along the sides of the jacket and around the frills and edges of the skirt.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
  • The day subdial at 9 o’clock is shaped like the brand’s logo, while the moon phase at 6 o’clock features the brand’s smiley face motif.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Dec. 2023
  • What are their motives for going to Ambrosia and taking this risk?
    — Zach Schonfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2017
  • It’s made from a stretchy navy blue velvet that’s overlaid with a sequined floral motif that gives the dress a glam vibe.
    — Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
  • As Cofalit looks like a mineral, it can be cut and polished like a stone into the faceted shape of the Jack motif.
    — Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2022
  • Jolie continued the black monochrome motif down to her footwear, opting for a pair of square-toed, high-heeled boots.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The monolith is completely smooth and features a motif in the center.
    — David Faris, Newsweek, 10 July 2024
  • This saturation in the motif prompted me to make my very own version of Jesus and the saints.
    — Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2022
  • The tune then becomes a motif as it’s heard when Robot whistles it and then in a piano version.
    — Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2024
  • According to the label, each motif on the dress took 3.5 hours to embroider.
    — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The grille has been reworked slightly and the front air inlets on the bumper now carry a Maybach logo motif.
    — Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 4 Apr. 2023
  • Guests took to all types of floral motifs in their garments, from appliqué gowns to giant rosette lapels.
    — Shannon Adducci, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
  • The collection featured a bevy of preppy-style pieces, with a red, white and blue motif seen throughout.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Glasses worked across the whole company to bring her weavings and design motifs to ready to wear and accessories.
    — Booth Moore, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024

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