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Recent Examples of accessorize
Brooches and bowties are used to accessorize, as are hats.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Get a few to accessorize your home’s exterior all spring and summer long.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
To up the ante, accessorize with a beaded choker necklace or purse.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
To accessorize her custom Givenchy by Sarah Burton gown — which featured a wisteria embroidery on its bodice and hemline — Fanning discovered that a Cartier necklace from 1903 likewise was crafted to resemble wisteria leaves.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 16 Mar. 2026
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Get a few to accessorize your home’s exterior all spring and summer long.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
To up the ante, accessorize with a beaded choker necklace or purse.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
To accessorize her custom Givenchy by Sarah Burton gown — which featured a wisteria embroidery on its bodice and hemline — Fanning discovered that a Cartier necklace from 1903 likewise was crafted to resemble wisteria leaves.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessorize
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Columns and vaulted ceilings, Moroccan lamps, and fantastical rattan chairs decorate the relaxation room above ground, then there is a subterranean sauna, steam, and ice bath area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The satin ankle strap pumps feature a leather sole that is decorated with a pearl accessory at the bottom of the shoe.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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Greta Lee is gorgeous in a crimson dress adorned with white stars at the Toy Story 5 UK launch event on May 28 in London.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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On request, Dawson then takes out more goodies from the bag, each boot adorned in a unique design that makes the otherwise plain white shoes pop with an authentic flash of personality.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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Urban micro flower farms sell blooms and beautify communities at the same time.—
Ashley Stimpson,
Washington Post,
24 May 2026
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Each artist or group was assigned a 40-foot section of the wall to beautify more than a mile from the Town of Kansas Bridge (located north of Second and Main streets in the River Market) to the West Bottoms, according to a PortKC news release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
May 22,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
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The show was named after one of these ships, The Terror (the second was The Erebus) and it’s all based on a true story, though wildly embellished both out of necessity and for entertainment purposes.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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Earlier in the spring, the footwear label tapped into the hybrid ballerina market with a style featuring a more open concept upper than usual which was embellished with three dainty straps.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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Lines of cars inch forward with flags draped from windows, their horns blaring in rhythm with rousing chants.—
Radier Odhiambo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 May 2026
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With a simple pair of black flats and a light sweater draped over her shoulders, her light blue satin slip dress ceases to be reserved for special occasions.—
Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
30 May 2026
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As part of that agreement, Kilpatrick acknowledged that any pension benefits and other forms of income would be garnished.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Add ingredients, stir briefly to integrate them together and garnish with a large grapefruit peel, expressing the oils over the top of the drink before adding the peel to the glass.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
23 May 2026
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Its midnight-blue glass was by Waltersperger, and it comes ornamented with a sculpture of two inseparable birds by Desrues.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones are on display, along with silk textiles ornamented with velvet, damask and embroidery.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Her efforts helped position the foundation for long-term success while reinforcing its mission to enrich opportunities for all Falcons, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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Uranium is a key nuclear fuel that can be used to build a nuclear bomb if enriched to high levels.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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“Accessorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessorize. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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