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also accessary
1
as in option
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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2
as in accomplice
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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as in auxiliary
available to supply something extra when needed
most phone services offer accessory features such as call-waiting
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Recent Examples of accessory
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The prolific costume designer won her first Academy Award for 2018’s Black Panther, dressing the late Chadwick Boseman, Bassett, and all of Wakanda in the finest African attire and accessories.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2025
Apple is also expanding the iPhone 17 Pro accessory lineup with new TechWoven and Silicone cases as well as a Crossbody Strap made from recycled yarn.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The image—snapshotted from promo footage of her upcoming Eras Tour documentary—shows Swift in the gym wearing a black tank top and the bold, chunky accessory.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The prolific costume designer won her first Academy Award for 2018’s Black Panther, dressing the late Chadwick Boseman, Bassett, and all of Wakanda in the finest African attire and accessories.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Stark has also played a role in other city housing projects, such as expanding access to accessory dwelling units and assisting with the proposed Renter's Council.
—Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2025
Apple is also expanding the iPhone 17 Pro accessory lineup with new TechWoven and Silicone cases as well as a Crossbody Strap made from recycled yarn.
—Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessory
Noun
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New York felt comfortable enough to pick up Thibodeaux’s fifth-year option, but keeping him around in the long term with Abdul Carter and Brian Burns probably isn’t the shrewdest.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Avoid overly salty or processed options.—
Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Mehta and Richard's other accomplice, Captain Addis (John Macmillan), then attack and attempt to kill Lo.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
10 Oct. 2025
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And yet, Katsoudas is optimistic that lifelong careers could make a comeback, thanks to an unlikely accomplice.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The core principle of auxiliary transplantation, Sun says, is to avoid removing all of the patient’s own liver.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
10 Oct. 2025
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At home to Burnley a few days later, Frank’s side were far more considered in their possession, using goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario as an auxiliary centre-back at times when building up, as Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Sarr formed a more progressive midfield three.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Amazon is preparing to cut as much as 15% of its human resources staff, with additional layoffs likely in other divisions, according to multiple sources familiar with the plans.—
Jason Del Rey,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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For example, the Season 33 finale extended to three hours to accommodate additional routines and celebrations.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Boxers are also known for their playful, sometimes goofy demeanor and strong attachment to their owners.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer, beat the cream, remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and powdered sugar until medium peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Its six LEDs combine three narrow beams with three wide ones at a 23-degree angle, casting a 1,300-lumen punch that lights up about 390 feet (120 m) downrange while still keeping your peripheral lit.—
Joe Salas
October 09,
New Atlas,
9 Oct. 2025
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The trio had, in research dating back two decades, uncovered a key pathway the body uses to keep the immune system in check, called peripheral immune tolerance.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For American farmers waiting on harvesting equipment, that means delays, shortages and higher costs down the line.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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Most of the stores surrounding this block are hybrids, selling biking equipment and coffee.—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The district would also need to create supplementary resources to help teachers incorporate AI into the classroom.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Sep. 2025
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Third, the letter writer and her family might want to consider engaging a geriatric care manager who could help them to identify supplementary services and connections in the local community that could go at least some way to alleviating her isolation.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Accessory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessory. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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