How to Use wreath in a Sentence

wreath

noun
  • The President laid a wreath of flowers on the hero's grave.
  • The ancient Romans awarded laurel wreaths to winners of athletic contests.
  • Every December, I put a Christmas wreath on my front door.
  • Hang a wreath—bam, you’re done!
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Fall wreaths aren't just for the front door.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Use a foam wreath base and hot glue the moss to all sides.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Abe laid a wreath in honor of the dead.
    — Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Hanging a wreath too close to a source of heat.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
  • There are speeches, and wreaths are laid.
    — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Starting with a less-than-fresh wreath.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
  • Plus, it can be used for garland and wreaths, too.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
  • The pile of branches might have looked like a wreath to them.
    — Val Cunningham Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 6 Apr. 2021
  • Attach them to a plain wreath form, and you’re done.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Keep scrolling for even more wreaths to refresh your front porch.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
  • For a longer-lasting fall wreath, opt for faux gourds.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Twist ends of loop around top of wreath so loop extends at top.
    — Joan Lang, Woman's Day, 9 Sep. 2019
  • Pieces of a Christmas wreath for trees.
    — Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Once it’s tied, use a hot glue gun to secure it to the wreath.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
  • The birds could return to build a new nest, so take your wreath down for now.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
  • The wreaths are available for $20 each.
    — Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Or purchase a preformed grapevine wreath at a crafts store.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The group placed each rock in front of a wreath bearing her photo.
    — Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Wear your heart on your sleeve (or door) with this bright red burlap wreath or this red berry wreath.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Thyme is also one of the best herbs to use for wreaths and other crafts.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 30 June 2023
  • And don’t forget the pretty fall wreath!
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Place your wreath at the right height on any door with this adjustable hanger.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2021
  • This is the ultimate fall wreath.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Hanging a wreath in direct sun.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
  • These wreaths are just the beginning.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Start with grapevine wreath forms, which require no wire or tape to hold greenery.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026

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