Thesaurus results for ACCOMPANIMENTS

accompaniments

noun

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 Make little parcels with the fish and all the accompaniments to make a perfect bite. — Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 Formal afternoon tea is served, too, with the savory and sweet accompaniments prepared through an Indonesian lens. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026 Instead, Bella’s formula is to take one warm-weather favorite and give it a few decidedly fall-minded accompaniments. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 From the specialty list, Sliced Lox and Cream Cheese, with the usual accompaniments, is popular, as is the California Club (turkey-avocado-Swiss) on the classic sandwich board. — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 3 Sep. 2026 Pasta salad, potato salad, or other summer vegetable dishes also make perfect accompaniments. — Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 Here’s what to order Country ham and butter The housemade bread service, consisting of fluffy pitas and airy focaccia, comes with a number of possible accompaniments. — Anthony Todd, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 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

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Noun

The fate of the judiciary now hangs in limbo, with severe consequences for whichever political faction is iced out of power.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
Without understanding the applicable tax rules and consulting the appropriate professionals, a charitable gift could create unintended tax consequences.

— JP Shaffer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of consequences

Noun

But in addition to needing to half-drown Odysseus (Matt Damon) and his companions, an IMAX camera, cinematographer, and acclaimed director, some of the aspects that make the Trojan Horse truly look like it’s been in the wars came about organically.

— Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2026
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter at the film’s New York premiere earlier this month, Waititi also shared his thoughts on artificial intelligence, which plays a central role in the film’s premise of AI companions.

— Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of companions

Noun

The department has since lost at least five firefighters during negotiations, including a paramedic and hazardous-materials technician trained to respond to incidents involving dangerous chemicals.

— Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Recovery capabilities need to be tested against the kinds of incidents autonomous systems can create.

— Rick Vanover, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of incidents

Noun

Staff, security, vendors, parking attendants and fans all have to adjust.

— Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Recipients over the years have included major and minor league coaches, chefs, clubhouse attendants, parking lot security guards, the people who liaise with the players’ wives, and the ushers who staff the family section in the stands.

— Stephanie Apstein, Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of attendants

Noun

The soft gray-white rattan complements the tailored beige high-density comfort cushions and creates an airy backdrop for your ever-evolving collection of seasonal all-weather pillows and throws.

— Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
Fabletics is evolving from its digital origins, using physical stores as strategic complements and brand destinations.

— Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of complements

Noun

But this fall, designers are offering outerwear and accessories applying the material to a variety of familiar shapes that might otherwise be cut from wool felt or gabardine.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2026
As for accessories, Ross opted for chain-like statment earrings in gold and black with diamonds.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026

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