Embellish
Definition
(verb) To add decorative details to something
Examples
“She often embellished the truth, weaving it into a tapestry of fairytales.”
“She likes to embellish old picture frames.”
“Don't embellish that story.”
“Marta embellished the cake with silver sugar pearls.”
“At Christmas, they embellished the front porch with garlands and tiny lights.”
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