plaque

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Recent Examples of plaque Over three centuries later, in 1996, a plaque was installed to commemorate her execution at the site of her conviction, Exeter Castle in Devon, southwest England. Julia Buckley, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024 Guests can learn more about other historical styles from the brand via accompanying plaques displaying educational QR codes. Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024 However, Martinez emphasized, Apollo 11’s recognition is in the form of round plaques at all four corners of Hollywood and Vine, listing the names of the astronauts involved in the first moon landing. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024 At the entrance of The Sanctuary, a plaque honors Diana, positioned beneath an image of her meeting Suzanne Goodall, the founder who first approached the princess for her support. Simon Perry, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for plaque 
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Noun
  • But Latino voter dissatisfaction persisted despite better economic markers as the election progressed.
    Suzanne Gamboa, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
  • In the second quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field, the 27-year-old received a pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts on a key third down, still needing to evade two defenders to reach the first down marker.
    Ben Morse, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Yet the sight of a fine trophy is still too much for him.
    Jack O’Connor, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Dotting the room are other whimsical objects Potter fans will recognize: the Sorting Hat, a Triwizard trophy and Godric Gryffindor’s sword.
    Jennifer Maas, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Two weeks ago in Washington, D.C., a mysterious poop monument appeared by the U.S. Capitol.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • White boys climb the town square’s Confederate monument.
    Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • He had been awarded a Bronze Star for valor and had won numerous other medals during his time in the Marines, including two Marine Purple Heart medals.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Two more double golds followed in 2022 and 2023, which secured that platinum medal.
    Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 29 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • To achieve that old-world feel, Leigh and Hahn chose to mix rich hues with warm white oak and bold natural stones to lend an earthy and organic vibe.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
  • There in the sand sat another small pyramid of stones.
    Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • During Wine Down Wednesdays, expect pairing deals like a bottle of wine and a loaded bruschetta plate.
    Brittany Anas, The Denver Post, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Unroll piecrust, and fit into a 9-inch pie plate; fold edges under, and crimp.
    Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • While the Princess of Wales paired the cross with a velvet purple floor-length dress by Catherine Walker, Kardashian opted to marry the 5.25-carat necklace with pearl chokers and an ivory shawl cape.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Anyway, featuring Chris Stapleton, begins to play, Hoss, a cross between a poodle and a Bernese mountain dog, immediately reacts and turns to his owner, clearly recognizing the melody.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The company is planning a series of pop-up shops where licensed products will be showcased and personalized gifts, ribbon machines, coffee or hot chocolate carts will be offered to create a holiday atmosphere.
    Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
  • In autumn, light spills through the trees in golden ribbons, setting the forest floor alight with color.
    Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024

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“Plaque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaque. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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