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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
Staging a spectacular runway show primarily to sell accessories is an old-fashioned idea, though, and not every creative is resigned to it.
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Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Apparel and accessories sales both came in lower than estimates, along with revenue in its direct channel and key Americas and Asia-Pacific geographies.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
The collection of clothing, pajamas and accessories is expected to make its debut at Target this month for a limited time.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Her sparkling accessories included a layered choker, massive studs, and a tiara.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
From Friday through Saturday, then again on Monday, frugal fashionistas can enjoy the thrill of the hunt while perusing racks full of gently used women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
Also be excited for the fashion show featuring an eclectic collection of women’s clothing and accessories in collaboration with local and international designers in Solana Beach.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Six drawers of varying depths, including two very shallow ones for accessories, provide just as much space as a horizontal frame, but take up half the square footage.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Mar. 2026
Romantic, historic, and delightfully private, L’Hôtel would be the ultimate old-world hideaway if old-world applied to the aesthetics and not the mattress and bathroom accessories.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Apparel and accessories sales both came in lower than estimates, along with revenue in its direct channel and key Americas and Asia-Pacific geographies.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
The collection of clothing, pajamas and accessories is expected to make its debut at Target this month for a limited time.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Her sparkling accessories included a layered choker, massive studs, and a tiara.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
From Friday through Saturday, then again on Monday, frugal fashionistas can enjoy the thrill of the hunt while perusing racks full of gently used women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
Also be excited for the fashion show featuring an eclectic collection of women’s clothing and accessories in collaboration with local and international designers in Solana Beach.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Six drawers of varying depths, including two very shallow ones for accessories, provide just as much space as a horizontal frame, but take up half the square footage.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Mar. 2026
Romantic, historic, and delightfully private, L’Hôtel would be the ultimate old-world hideaway if old-world applied to the aesthetics and not the mattress and bathroom accessories.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessories
Noun
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The order-to-go coffee is properly made, and the pastry options are substantial.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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Bars have had a lot of success with non-alcoholic options, including mocktails and non-alcoholic beers and have expanded their food and social activities, said Wadford.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Prosecutors said the 17-year-old — sworn in to testify under just his first name, Daniel — gave up a hard drive containing bitcoin after Halem and his alleged accomplices threatened to kill him.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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In a sneak peek of the final episode shared with Variety, Nelson finally gets a proof-of-life from his ex-wife Marsha (Christine Adams), who is being hunted in the woods by accomplices of the same shadowy figures that have railroaded Nelson into hijacking the train.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Incorrectly cleaning your appliances and cookware or blunt forces from heavier objects are other culprits behind the visible scratches.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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On the other, Samsung has made huge strides over the last several years in producing advanced appliances equipped with novel and helpful features, like smart sensors and Wi-Fi connectivity.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The versatile magnetic mount has 360° adjustment, and adapters enable installation on non-metallic tent awning poles or wooden posts.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Fyy Travel Cable Organizer keeps cords, earbuds, and adapters neatly in one place, so everything is easily accessible at the gate or in your seat.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
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