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as in necklaces
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck
a simple gold collar is all that little black cocktail dress needs
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as in arrests
the act of taking or holding under one's control by authority of law
when the murderer was finally apprehended, the detective who doggedly checked every single lead got credit for the collar
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as in seizes
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
the juvenile delinquent was collared for robbing houses
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as in grabs
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
she collared the boy before he could get into the cookie jar
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Noun
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The actress wore layered necklaces in shades of gold and chose a pair of dainty earrings to complete the accessories portion of her look.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
23 Dec. 2024 -
Whether paired with classic suits or styled as modern alternatives to necklaces, these ties add a luxurious touch to holiday looks.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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For example, if the child grabs money, that could be an indicator of future wealth.—
Regina Kim,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Whichever item the baby grabs is thought to predict their future.—
Regina Kim,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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There are no age restrictions, and guests can choose from a 30-minute adventure or a 60-minute one that lands on the ice for a bit of easy on-foot exploration.—
Shoshi Parks,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
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Expect a trade, possibly a deal that lands a long-term solution.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Collars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collars. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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