noun
Etymology
Origin of carpeting
Example Sentences
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Its bright orange shade looked almost neon against the phantasmagoric roses bursting from the carpeting and wallpaper—every inch of this underworld custom-calibrated for a blindingly colorful ride.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Property damage looks like stained carpeting, unusual paint colors or damaged appliances.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Called bonus depreciation, the tax break applies to purchases such as new carpeting or appliances for owners of rental properties, or new computer equipment or a vehicle for business owners.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
Brettler removed the shag carpeting in the living area and bedroom and poured terrazzo floors to match the original floors throughout the house, many of which had to be repaired.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025
I was curled up in this ball, like doing a cannonball, but on carpeting, with my arms wrapped around my leg.
From "Feed" by M.T. Anderson
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