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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
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Curver Set of 6 Medium 12-Liter Baskets Storage baskets are an entryway essential for keeping shoes, winter accessories, and everything else corralled.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Ever since his parents purchased their home, his father had expanded and customized it, converting it from a two-bedroom into a three-bedroom house with an accessory apartment.
—Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2025
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Noun
The singer opted for simple accessories with small diamond drop earrings and white pumps.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Curver Set of 6 Medium 12-Liter Baskets Storage baskets are an entryway essential for keeping shoes, winter accessories, and everything else corralled.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The Oppermans wished to build an accessory dwelling unit on their lot, but the HOA denied the ADU on the grounds of traffic safety and fire safety.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Ever since his parents purchased their home, his father had expanded and customized it, converting it from a two-bedroom into a three-bedroom house with an accessory apartment.
—Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessory
Noun
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If the judge did take that step, the case would likely be reassigned either to another prosecutor’s office in a neighboring county or to the state Attorney General’s office – all options which come with their own drawbacks.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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To schedule an appointment, please call the Lottery Player Relations office at 844-887-6836, option 2.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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That’s certainly a topic that’s up for discussion and is raised by Frank’s conviction — for killing a man while taking part as an accomplice in an armed robbery — at the age of 18.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
25 Jan. 2026
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The request came earlier this month in an amicus brief the lawmakers filed in the criminal case against Epstein’s former girlfriend and accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell, whose files are also required to be released under the law.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2026
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The league, which once strived to pack in as much auxiliary seating as possible into Super Bowl venues, now places a greater priority on creating space for broadcast partners and club seating.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Avoid raising your thermostat by more than two degrees at a time to prevent accidentally turning on your system’s auxiliary heating, which can add up to $15 per day if used more than 12 hours a day.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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While Beijing has rolled out trade-in subsidies to spur sales of cars and appliances, the rebound in spending has been uneven.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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But searing also often results in oil that splatters all over the stovetop (and sometimes the surrounding counters, floor, appliances…and the cook).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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That unusual role for a spy chief raised additional questions from Democrats on the House and Senate intelligence committees.—
DAVID KLEPPER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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Players can also add the Double Play for an additional $1 to have a second chance at winning $10 million.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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Instead, come prepared with a universal travel adapter that’ll work in any of the outlets.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Another example of the nine important roles during your career cycle is being an adaptor.—
Rodney C. Adkins,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Without deep operational integration, even the most sophisticated intelligence remains a peripheral tool – not the core nervous system of care.—
Sahar Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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According to the complaint, the nurse initially administered D10 through a peripheral IV.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
27 Jan. 2026
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Strategic partnerships and supplementary initiatives ORNL provides material characterization and manufacturing expertise, Type One Energy acts as the primary industry developer, UT Knoxville contributes engineering talent, and TVA provides the physical infrastructure and site management.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Jan. 2026
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State lawmakers have set up potential supplementary funding from a car rental fee and oil and gas companies.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Accessory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessory. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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