Example Sentences

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If the United States had actually won, he joked, Allen and Toohill might have draped the whole building in American flags.

From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2022

They have draped Ukrainian flags over the Belgrave Square property and are encouraging members of the public to join in their protest.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2022

The demands of the internet era have draped the world in a web of fiber.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 8, 2021

The Golden State Warriors have draped each seat with a golden yellow T-shirt that reads “Strength In Numbers” in blue across the chest.

From Washington Times • Jun. 2, 2016

I would have draped them over the balcony railing except that I was afraid they would freeze stiff.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez