variants
also pendent
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as in banner
chiefly British
a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling
a pendant that once flew on Nelson's flagship
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Recent Examples of pendant
This weekend, Representative Hakeem Jeffries of New York, the top House Democrat, wore a large silvertone cross pendant necklace to stage a sit-in protest against the GOP budget on the steps of the Capitol with Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey.
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Misty White Sidell, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
Our picks include bohemian woven lamps to modern metal lights, craftmade antiqued lanterns, and industrial-chic pendants.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2025
Owens opted for an all-white Deji & Kola suit with blue accents — including a white gold Margot McKinney Atlantic pendant featuring a 119.44ct aquamarine, a South Sea pearl and several diamonds — and accessorized with a white fur cape and black cane.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 8 May 2025
But cross necklaces and pendants have been in vogue before and may be again as some feel more comfortable embracing their faith and seek community with others.
—Misty White Sidell, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Misty White Sidell, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
Our picks include bohemian woven lamps to modern metal lights, craftmade antiqued lanterns, and industrial-chic pendants.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2025
Owens opted for an all-white Deji & Kola suit with blue accents — including a white gold Margot McKinney Atlantic pendant featuring a 119.44ct aquamarine, a South Sea pearl and several diamonds — and accessorized with a white fur cape and black cane.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 8 May 2025
But cross necklaces and pendants have been in vogue before and may be again as some feel more comfortable embracing their faith and seek community with others.
—Misty White Sidell, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pendant
Noun
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While millennials fondly remember the film from childhood, new audiences are beginning to discover its charm.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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This elegant tiered fountain, just minutes off U.S. Highway 17, draws visitors year-round with its photogenic charm and quiet appeal.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Stiller will produce with and John Lesher via their Red Hour Films banner.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2025
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The Stars gave themselves a chance to do something special, and reaching three straight Western Conference Finals is an accomplishment, but this is a team whose mark will not feature a single banner.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Jetter’s company offers her signature jewelry such as the $29,800 Fiery Bird of Paradise ring, and a $52,000 Paraiba tourmaline origami bangle.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
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The Duchess of Sussex accessorized with her Cartier Tank Française watch, previously owned by Princess Diana, as well as several gold bangles and rings.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Many of the supporters, who included a 12-year-old girl dressed as the president, donned pro-Trump t-shirts and other attire, waving American flags to catch the attention of passersby, some of whom slammed on their horns in solidarity.—
Shanzeh Ahmad,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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Images from the scene of the attack showed an Israeli flag on the ground.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
Noun
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In Game 5 of the 2024 World Series, the Yankees were dominating the Dodgers, looking to get the series back to Los Angeles and put some serious pressure on the National League pennant winners.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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That’s when Aaron Boone took Tim Wakefield, a hero earlier in the series for the Sox, deep to left to win the pennant.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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“Pendant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendant. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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