trappings of

Frequency: 8.015.0 per million words

Used to connect 'trappings' to the concept it represents, such as fame, power, or success.

trappingstrappings + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • She rejected the superficial trappings of fame.
  • He quickly grew accustomed to the trappings of power.
  • Despite his humble beginnings, he now enjoys all the trappings of wealth.
  • The lavish ceremony displayed the trappings of royalty.
  • Many politicians are attracted to the trappings of office rather than public service.
  • They lived a simple life, free from the trappings of modernity.
  • The old mansion still retained the trappings of a bygone era.
  • True leadership is about responsibility, not just the trappings of authority.
  • He was more interested in the trappings of luxury than in genuine happiness.
  • The company provided its executives with all the trappings of success.