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
Beachy handbags, light jackets, classic pearls, chunky boots—your choice of accompaniments can take things from romantic to edgy to eclectic.
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Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 28 Apr. 2026
The songs, which in the original serve to introduce each cat’s personality, now operate as loose accompaniments to various categories at the ball.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
The pianist and vocal coach Bénédicte Jourdois, NYFOS’s associate artistic director, assisted with the accompaniments and with the stage patter, of which there is always a fair amount.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
Classic wing accompaniments like celery, carrot sticks, ranch, and blue cheese are always welcome on the side.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Feel free to switch out the black beans for kidney or pinto beans, and don’t forget all the accompaniments.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Call in the whole grains gang In accompaniments calling for refined grains, swap in whole-grain alternatives.
—Andrea Kane, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
To allow the delicate flavor and texture of the melt-in-your-mouth fish to shine, the Seabird’s accompaniments are less aggressive than those of the Birdman.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 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
Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 28 Apr. 2026
The songs, which in the original serve to introduce each cat’s personality, now operate as loose accompaniments to various categories at the ball.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
The pianist and vocal coach Bénédicte Jourdois, NYFOS’s associate artistic director, assisted with the accompaniments and with the stage patter, of which there is always a fair amount.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
Classic wing accompaniments like celery, carrot sticks, ranch, and blue cheese are always welcome on the side.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Feel free to switch out the black beans for kidney or pinto beans, and don’t forget all the accompaniments.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Call in the whole grains gang In accompaniments calling for refined grains, swap in whole-grain alternatives.
—Andrea Kane, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
To allow the delicate flavor and texture of the melt-in-your-mouth fish to shine, the Seabird’s accompaniments are less aggressive than those of the Birdman.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompaniments
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The researchers argue that the daily dataset has diagnostic potential, serving as an early warning system for economic cycles, a humanitarian planning tool, and a means of tracking ecological consequences as illuminated nights continue to change at an accelerating pace.—
Bree Shirvell,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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The plea agreement describes those as potential immigration consequences.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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Expect your companions to be intellectual spa obsessives who understand the breadth of founder Marina Efraimoglou’s vision, and sun-loving Europeans in need of a post-Covid reset.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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Such interventions underline how, as AI companions appear increasingly lifelike to their human users, the challenge is ensuring that their makers also incorporate human clinical and ethical considerations in their code.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 May 2026
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The incidents come less than two weeks after Oakland police shot and killed a man whom investigators say was pointing a gun at people in East Oakland.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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In these incidents, people in vehicles suddenly take over an intersection and perform dangerous maneuvers, set off fireworks and create chaos.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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People milled about in suits and sunglasses, as parking attendants guided car after car into a dusty lot.—
Rose Evans
Updated May 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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Hotel housekeepers and cruise-cabin attendants are experts at creating spaces that feel polished and instantly put together, often by focusing on just one high-impact detail.—
Colleen Sullivan,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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Other interventions, like non-surgical or surgical skin tightening procedures, can be helpful complements, too.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
28 Apr. 2026
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Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Apr. 2026
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See all the best fashion, outfits, ensembles, and accessories from the Cannes Film Festival 2026 red carpet, photo-calls, and beyond below.—
Maggie Coughlan,
Vanity Fair,
12 May 2026
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Overall, exhibitors will be 60 percent denim mills, 20 percent garment makers and 20 percent accessories and technology and service providers.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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“Accompaniments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompaniments. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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