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Recent Examples of accessorize
This will give you a bold look and a fun space to accessorize without a large investment.
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
Tortoise and conch shells accessorize this coastal living room, while starfish adorn the mantel.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
To accessorize, the NFL star wore the Santos de Cartier skeleton watch and a Louis Vuitton dog pendant.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Feel free to accessorize the costume with a wool stocking hat and boots.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
Tortoise and conch shells accessorize this coastal living room, while starfish adorn the mantel.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
To accessorize, the NFL star wore the Santos de Cartier skeleton watch and a Louis Vuitton dog pendant.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Feel free to accessorize the costume with a wool stocking hat and boots.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessorize
Verb
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One of the lawsuits named Bill Elliott, decorated Celina High School football coach, who is Caleb Elliott’s father.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Throughout 2026, travelers can book experiences ranging from baking and cocktail-making to floristry and cake decorating.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Teeny hearts and silver dots adorn this crisp French manicure for a cutsey and romantic finish.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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Grab a seat in the room adorned with antique-market finds and low, flickering candles.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Acclaimed restaurant designer John O’Brien is beautifying the space.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
29 Jan. 2026
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Designer and therapist Anita Yokota, author of Grounded Living, believes that surrounding ourselves with elements from the natural world can do more than beautify our homes.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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While its bodice fans out into a dramatic train, the dress’s underskirt is embellished with layers of long, spiky black petals—a memorable motif from Piccioli’s first collection for Balenciaga, spring 2026.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2026
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Her eyes were embellished with pumpkin-colored shadow on her lids, shimmering white shadow in her inner corners and sky-high lashes that tickled the bottoms of her brows, while her lips were lined in a dark taupe hue and filled with clear gloss.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Designed to drape effortlessly, the modal-spandex blend feels sumptuous and not at all restricting.—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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This option has a classy leg slit that feels more elegant than a typical maxi, similar to Beckham’s dress, and its flattering stomach ruching and dramatic draping look modern and fashion-forward.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Millions of student loan borrowers in default risked seeing their wages garnished and tax refunds seized as debt collection involving tax refunds and wages resumed.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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It's topped with a golden, seasoned saltine topping and garnished with a drizzle more barbecue sauce and scallion tops for a pop of color.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The nude number is appliquéd with lace and ornamented with stones.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Train cars will be ornamented with holiday lights and decorations.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
21 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Before the war, the IAEA said Iran used advanced centrifuges there to enrich uranium up to 60%, a short, technical step from weapons-grade levels of 90%.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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That decaying wood can enrich the soil of a brand-new flower bed.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Accessorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessorize. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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