as in concomitants
something that is found along with something else
the sound of crickets was the perfect accompaniment to our summer evenings on the porch
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Recent Examples of accompaniments
Avoid an acid overload of tart and tangy (pickles and citrus), a bold flavor competition, sweet and funky flavors colliding (fruity jams and aged cheeses), and a clash of spicy meats and cheeses with delicate fruits and accompaniments.
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Consider Madewell’s roomy hobo bag in dark brown (the perfect laptop bag) or Tory Burch’s crossbody option, as essentials to wear throughout the season; then spring for a new accompaniments—like minimalist-friendly gold earrings, a sleek belt, or classic sunnies in tortoise shell.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Long, curved hushpuppies and tangy red slaw are the classic accompaniments.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Consider Madewell’s roomy hobo bag in dark brown (the perfect laptop bag) or Tory Burch’s crossbody option, as essentials to wear throughout the season; then spring for a new accompaniments—like minimalist-friendly gold earrings, a sleek belt, or classic sunnies in tortoise shell.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Long, curved hushpuppies and tangy red slaw are the classic accompaniments.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompaniments
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The major environmental law, known as CEQA, requires government agencies to consider the environmental consequences of projects before acting on them.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Take a stand, stand for it and then deal with the consequences.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
2 Nov. 2025
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Scientists have long known that dogs make wonderful companions, offering emotional support and even measurable health benefits to their human owners.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Users pay a monthly subscription fee starting at about $8 to chat with custom AI companions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Oct. 2025
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Both players who received red cards this season, Ary Borges and Kayla Fischer, were starters, and in each case, the league escalated its disciplinary decision because of the severity of the incidents.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, three more incidents believed to be linked to the attacker took place in Peterborough on Friday evening and Saturday morning, according to Cambridgeshire police.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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In September 2025, Emerson pled guilty to one felony count of interference with flight crew members and attendants, per Oregon Public Broadcasting.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Downtown parking attendants used flashlights to guide vehicles into their lots.—
Robert Wyss,
The Conversation,
21 Oct. 2025
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The dark chocolate hue complements most decor styles and is both trendy and timeless, plus the deep seat is supported with no-sag springs for better support.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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The wide, vintage look not only complements everyday outfits with a sweater or T-shirt, but can also be worn with an elegant top and blazer to evening events.—
Katharina Fuchs,
Glamour,
26 Oct. 2025
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As for accessories, the Emmy Award-winning actress favored glittering statement earrings.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Surveillance footage from inside the Domino’s shows pandemonium — customers wearing Halloween accessories, people standing on tables and chairs and others recording on their phones as tensions escalated.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Accompaniments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompaniments. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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