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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
Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
The business also sells sofas, tables, rugs and other furniture accessories.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Dec. 2025
The accessory brand, which was established in 2021 by Issa Gray, is a vendor on WeLoveUs.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 29 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Trendy Accents Staub is also not a fan of any accessories that lean too trend-forward or influencer-driven.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
The business also sells sofas, tables, rugs and other furniture accessories.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Certain small construction projects, such as building accessory structures under 200 square feet, fences under 7 feet tall, retaining walls less than 4 feet high, and small decks that meet specific code criteria, are also exempt from needing a permit.
—Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Dec. 2025
The accessory brand, which was established in 2021 by Issa Gray, is a vendor on WeLoveUs.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 29 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessory
Noun
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Take a cue from Nicole Kidman and swap bulky trainers for a sleeker option that styles effortlessly from the plane to wherever the day takes you.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Silver plans are a middle-tier option that the ACA marketplaces offer for qualifying consumers.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Greenberg’s unsettling bond with Doug Gretzler — who, along with accomplice Willie Steelman, killed 17 people, including two children — continues to haunt her decades later.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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The middle schooler's accomplice in the murder is revealed in episode 2.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The construction of the West Wing, to house the president's Oval Office and staff, and the East Wing, to house the first lady's team and other auxiliary offices, was expertly planned to not interfere with the optics of the standalone Executive Residence.—
Kyler Alvord,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Then, a simple water-splitting reaction at the auxiliary electrode generates hydroxide, which combines with the lithium to produce lithium hydroxide.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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However, the appliance’s internal temperature was too warm at 50 degrees.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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The work triangle has origins dating back to the 19th century, but in a space that now serves diverse purposes and is filled with technology and appliances that didn’t exist when it was created, is the kitchen work triangle still relevant?—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The new additional tariffs would grow to 25% on June 1, without a deal.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The Gloucestershire Constabulary didn't immediately respond when contacted by PEOPLE for additional information.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Ounamio Mini Travel Adapter Travelers often end up with bulky adapters, converters, or charging stations that take up too much space or don’t work internationally.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Rechargeable lanterns often include an AC adapter for plugging them into an electrical outlet.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Unmanned systems — once peripheral assets — are becoming central to both offensive and defensive strategies.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Ideally, Middle and East Caicos would be permitted to retain their peripheral character, Parrish said.—
Henry Wismayer,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Local reactions and political support During a prefectural assembly session on Monday, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party proposed a supplementary budget including about 31 million yen for public relations activities related to the restart.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Dec. 2025
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At the same time, keep your eyes open for part-time supplementary work as well as companies that may be more financially secure and able to pay a healthier wage.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
22 Dec. 2025
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“Accessory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessory. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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