Definition of bling
:flashy jewelry worn especially as an indication of wealth or status;
broadly
:expensive and ostentatious possessions
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All the romance, all the blood, all the gore, all the bling.
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This reporter, perhaps jaded by horsepower and auto bling, decided to heck with fancy wheels.
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Guests are encouraged to wear anything and everything western, with bling.
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And now, after sharing their first dance, these two are flashing their wedding bling!
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Once again, he was assisted by Marlo Tha Jeweler, who brought the bling as well as workout wear from Elle’s Closet (247 S. 60th St.).
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Scott finished things off with a nice pair of brown-and-tan Vans Old Skools, and some serious bling, from his earrings to his necklace to his bracelet.
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Move over, France — a French chateau in Jupiter is taking the spotlight with its elegant blend of old European style and more than ample modern bling.
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The colors of the wedding were hues of light purples, white, silver and pops of bling.
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