area rug
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of area rug
Probably earlier than 1980–85
Example Sentences
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“You’ll still see the LVP, but the area rug will add texture, absorb sound and look spectacular.”
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 4, 2024
In your bedroom, use a bright comforter or duvet along with fun pillows and an area rug.
From Seattle Times ● May 24, 2023
Q: The nonskid padding under the area rug in my family room has melted onto the hardwood flooring.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 17, 2023
All of our bills got paid, but besides two big area rug purchases totaling $1,500 and a $500 debt payment, we spent the rest of the money on eating out and Target runs.
From Slate ● Oct. 14, 2022
She sprawls out on her fuzzy lime-green area rug beside her bed and shoves the navy throw cushion that says “Relax” in giant lime-green letters under her head.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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