accompaniments

plural of accompaniment
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 While many people associate satay with Indonesia, versions of the dish are also enjoyed across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and other parts of the region, each with its own marinades, seasonings and accompaniments. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 And asked ourselves what are other things that feel like good accompaniments to a horror game? Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 June 2026 Or go light and slurpable with mul naeng myun (number 7), in which those same noodles and accompaniments are set in a light beef broth loaded with ice. Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 18 June 2026 Bo ssam, a Korean family-style dish that pairs tender pork belly, leafy wrappers and a table of accompaniments, makes a fun dinner party meal. Kate Williams, AJC.com, 15 June 2026 The menu consists of six or so cocktails for parties of up to six guests, served over a two-hour period with light appetizers and accompaniments like Taiwanese chicken nuggets topped with caviar. Mike Jordan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026 Beachy handbags, light jackets, classic pearls, chunky boots—your choice of accompaniments can take things from romantic to edgy to eclectic. 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
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Noun
  • Strong El Niño events, such as the one revving up in the tropical Pacific, have rarely spared the Golden State from significant and damaging consequences.
    Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • As the consequences of this strategically catastrophic campaign become ever more apparent, the New Right’s clout is set to grow, having opposed the war from the start.
    Leonard A. Schuette, Foreign Affairs, 25 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Last of the Mohicans Set in 1757 during the Seven Years’ War, this historical novel follows the escapades of wayfaring Natty Bumppo and his Mohican companions, Chingachgook and Uncas.
    Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Tour companies are paying attention and offering travelers more options to explore the globe with like-minded companions — but just fewer of them.
    Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The International Press Institute, a nonprofit that aims to protect media freedom, recorded 26 incidents of attacks and threats in the five months to March.
    Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The Washington Post and other news outlets have recently reported on incidents of individual police officers misusing information collected by license plate readers for personal reasons, such as tracking the movements of former romantic partners.
    Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Sphere also has hospitality suites on level three with their own restrooms, bars, and suite attendants.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • There may be a toast or two, typically offered by the father of the bride or honored attendants, like the best man or the maid of honor.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Fabletics is evolving from its digital origins, using physical stores as strategic complements and brand destinations.
    Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The vibrant shade complements just about everything—from crisp summer whites and denim to beachwear and evening looks.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Throughout the series, Lennertz and Bowen were concerned with finding a musical language for the characters, and often tried to find corollaries in their instrumentation for the actors’ gestures and expressions.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Earlier at Macy’s, Gonzalez held divisional merchandise manager roles in fragrances, women’s shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry and intimate apparel.
    David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Several kinds of clothing, including t-shirts, trousers, sweaters, overcoats, windbreakers, men’s suits and blazers, and accessories, including belts, jewelry, hats, wigs, false beards and eyebrows are included.
    Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

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“Accompaniments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompaniments. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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