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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
All rooms also include a RoomBar, a mini-bar reimagined for the high-performance traveler featuring artisanal cocktails, functional superfoods, and wellness accessories for the property’s AM + PM Rituals Program.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
Some covers also come with extra accessories that can provide further protection.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
No outfit is complete without the right accessories, and Bieber pulled everything together with oval sunglasses with black frames just like this Quince pair.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Straight-back cornrows are a timeless protective style that can be customized with beads, accessories, creative partings, and varying braid sizes.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Clad in bright, slouchy-cool separates and statement accessories, Samira quickly makes a splash among her more blandly dressed neighbors.
—Clarissa Cruz, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
As for finishing touches, the actress wore a pair of strappy black sandal heels and went minimalist with her accessories.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Few accessories can so instantly and dramatically transform one’s presentation as a pair of sunglasses (if further evidence is needed, just think of Snoopy’s transition to Joe Cool).
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
Some covers also come with extra accessories that can provide further protection.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
No outfit is complete without the right accessories, and Bieber pulled everything together with oval sunglasses with black frames just like this Quince pair.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Straight-back cornrows are a timeless protective style that can be customized with beads, accessories, creative partings, and varying braid sizes.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Clad in bright, slouchy-cool separates and statement accessories, Samira quickly makes a splash among her more blandly dressed neighbors.
—Clarissa Cruz, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
As for finishing touches, the actress wore a pair of strappy black sandal heels and went minimalist with her accessories.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Few accessories can so instantly and dramatically transform one’s presentation as a pair of sunglasses (if further evidence is needed, just think of Snoopy’s transition to Joe Cool).
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessories
Noun
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The marble bathrooms are fitted with both deep soaking tubs and walk-in showers—two options for using the Guerlain bath products—plus heated flooring and flat-screen televisions embedded in the fog-free mirrors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Keep scrolling to check out these options and more of our favorites below, or click here to see the full collection on American Eagle's website.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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The plea agreement, which was filed in Los Angeles federal court, said that Perez and his accomplices, which included his sister, used social media to arrange the details of the smuggling operation from 2016 to 2022.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Young and his alleged accomplices, Jared Gray and Sencere Hayes, have pleaded not guilty.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
28 May 2026
Noun
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 June 2026
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Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.—
Ella Field,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Between those two modular adaptors, the Captain's Crunch is able to offer a set of functions quite comparable to the original Crunch, plus plenty more the user can add by way of additional T-shank implements and bits.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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SpaceX is developing the prototype to be capable of refueling midflight in a complex process that requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer propellant.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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“Accessories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessories. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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