as in accessory
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She willed her large collection of jewelry to her nieces.
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Recent Examples of jewelry
Parker’s glam included simple pieces of jewelry, such as stud earrings, and relatively simple, clean makeup, with her blond hair styled in a middle part and featuring natural waves.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 May 2025
Princess Diana’s blue sapphire engagement ring, for example, a 12ct oval Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 round diamonds and set in white gold, is regarded as one of the most iconic pieces of jewelry in recent history.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Clark testified that she was once held against her will for five days after several pieces of jewelry went missing at the rapper's home.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 29 May 2025
From a specific number of diamonds to magnetic pieces that can detach, here are details of the jewelry.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 May 2025
Princess Diana’s blue sapphire engagement ring, for example, a 12ct oval Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 round diamonds and set in white gold, is regarded as one of the most iconic pieces of jewelry in recent history.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Clark testified that she was once held against her will for five days after several pieces of jewelry went missing at the rapper's home.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 29 May 2025
From a specific number of diamonds to magnetic pieces that can detach, here are details of the jewelry.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewelry
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For example, a store in Austin could stock festival outfits during SXSW, or a store in Chicago might promote warm beverages or winter accessories ahead of a cold snap.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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She is charged with one felony count of accessory after the fact.—
Louis Casiano , Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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Strong lines that team up to form geometric designs, metallic accents, luxe materials like marble and velvet, and eye-catching ornamentation are certainly part of the style's foundation, true.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, and bearing only the inscription: Franciscus.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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With a watermelon treat and party decorations, of course.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
28 May 2025
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Across the five floors, which include the ground floor and the basement, all the structures accumulated in recent times were stripped away during the restoration to reveal 19th century decorations, 18th century trompe l’oeils, late 17th century frescoes and even earlier ornamentation.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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This past weekend featured the crown jewel of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) annual slate, the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The jewel of the home, a heated pool for swimming laps in the mornings, is located at the center of the inner courtyard, while the rooftop terrace offers an accommodating space for dining and lounging while taking in the city views.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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“Jewelry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewelry. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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