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also accessaries
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as in options
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
bought a new car with lots of high-tech accessories
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as in accomplices
one associated with another in wrongdoing
two accessories, the driver of the getaway car and the dishonest bank teller, were charged in the robbery case
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Recent Examples of accessories
Ava Phillippe tapped into the Ralph Lauren aesthetic with rugged dark wash shirt and jeans, pulled together with worn-in brown leather accessories and jacket.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
Given that the Ash clan came from a far darker place psychologically and historically than the Wind Traders, Scott wanted their costumes and accessories to go in an entirely different direction.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 3 Feb. 2026
Fans can also unlock accessories including the Pink Pony Star Back Bling, Midwest Princess Keytar, Subway Serenader Mic and Drumset Supernova with the Season 13 Heartcore Music Pass or a Crew subscription.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Go for a dainty nameplate-style necklace and a strand of beads to create some visual contrast and texture with your accessories.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Moreover, an assortment of Longines’ bestselling accessories for men and women, including new styles from the Master and DolceVita collections, are now available from Amazon Luxury.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Valentino's firm would expand to include ready-to-wear, menswear and accessories.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
The Furby toys each have more than 45 interactive sounds, themed accessories and a keychain clip.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
No outfit is complete without the right accessories, and this sale has boots, sneakers, backpacks, purses, and more to round out your looks.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
Given that the Ash clan came from a far darker place psychologically and historically than the Wind Traders, Scott wanted their costumes and accessories to go in an entirely different direction.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 3 Feb. 2026
Fans can also unlock accessories including the Pink Pony Star Back Bling, Midwest Princess Keytar, Subway Serenader Mic and Drumset Supernova with the Season 13 Heartcore Music Pass or a Crew subscription.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Go for a dainty nameplate-style necklace and a strand of beads to create some visual contrast and texture with your accessories.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Moreover, an assortment of Longines’ bestselling accessories for men and women, including new styles from the Master and DolceVita collections, are now available from Amazon Luxury.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Valentino's firm would expand to include ready-to-wear, menswear and accessories.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
The Furby toys each have more than 45 interactive sounds, themed accessories and a keychain clip.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
No outfit is complete without the right accessories, and this sale has boots, sneakers, backpacks, purses, and more to round out your looks.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessories
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Many utilities across the country have spent the last several years slowly retiring their oldest and dirtiest coal facilities, and replacing that energy with a mix of newer, low-cost options including gas plants and renewables.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Pottery-making, pottery painting, candle-making, and paint-and-sip classes are popular Valentine’s Day options.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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Of the other two accomplices, Callum Dorian, 35, received a 12‑year prison sentence in September 2024, while Lee Ryan Drury, 45, was sentenced to nine years.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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That is when a man with a gun approached Ray while his two accomplices ordered all of the children off the bus and into two waiting vans.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
31 Jan. 2026
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Although there are some lens adapters available, they aren’t guaranteed to work.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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Apart from the PowerBank batteries, the division also sells charging adapters and tech for using the vehicle itself as a backup battery for a home.—
Robert Ferris,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Accessories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessories. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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