throw pillow

noun

: a small pillow used especially as a decorative accessory

Examples of throw pillow in a Sentence

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The patriotic throw pillow measures 18.5 x 4.5 and looks great when added to an outdoor sofa, loveseat, sectional, or individual chair. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025 Pool towels, throw pillows, gardening tools, and grilling must-haves all need a home, and if the garage isn’t an option, then a deck box is a smart solution. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 20 May 2025 Despite the modernity, the space has inviting and homey details, like plush throw pillows, deep armchairs, and tons of coffee table books, allowing guests to kick back and admire their surroundings. Claudia Fisher, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2025 Pair this with bright sheets for full maximalism, or keep things simple with white bedding and a few throw pillows with some personality. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for throw pillow

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of throw pillow was in 1926

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“Throw pillow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throw%20pillow. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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