variants
or accouterments
as in equipment
items needed for the performance of a task or activity
has all the accoutrements that the home pastry chef could ever want
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Recent Examples of accoutrements
The Patterson house is filled with children’s drawings, family memorabilia, tchotchkes, posters, plants, and a wide variety of domestic accoutrements, in an eye-catching spectrum of colors.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
While parents happily brought their own children to Neverland Ranch for years, the property and its many kid-friendly accoutrements were viewed very differently after the molestation allegations surfaced.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
In that building also lie the suites, each named for Newport mansions and with such accoutrements as canopy beds and standing tubs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Regardless of trim and accoutrements, the 2026 Lincoln Navigator is a Tiny House on wheels.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
That way, all the accoutrements to come will start with a foundation that has your stamp of approval.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
More modern, though, are the cabin’s accoutrements, including an infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, climate control, electrically adjustable seats, and select driver assists such as cruise control and a reversing camera.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2026
For reptiles and their accoutrements, go to Nature’s Reef and Reptile in Jamaica.
—The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Even if your space doesn’t already have a campsite vibe, the right furniture and accoutrements can make your guests feel like they’re huddled around the fire anywhere.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
While parents happily brought their own children to Neverland Ranch for years, the property and its many kid-friendly accoutrements were viewed very differently after the molestation allegations surfaced.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
In that building also lie the suites, each named for Newport mansions and with such accoutrements as canopy beds and standing tubs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Regardless of trim and accoutrements, the 2026 Lincoln Navigator is a Tiny House on wheels.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
That way, all the accoutrements to come will start with a foundation that has your stamp of approval.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
More modern, though, are the cabin’s accoutrements, including an infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, climate control, electrically adjustable seats, and select driver assists such as cruise control and a reversing camera.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2026
For reptiles and their accoutrements, go to Nature’s Reef and Reptile in Jamaica.
—The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Even if your space doesn’t already have a campsite vibe, the right furniture and accoutrements can make your guests feel like they’re huddled around the fire anywhere.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutrements
Noun
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On Tuesday, the clinic also posted a video on its Instagram account highlighting emergency equipment, including a crash cart, and personnel available at the facility.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Airbag thefts are on the rise across the city, affecting the North, South and West sides alike, reminiscent of the airbag theft wave that hit during the 1990s as airbags became standard equipment in vehicles.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
Noun
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TourScoop coversguided group tours and tour operators,tour operator reviews,tour itinerary reviews andtravel gear recommendations.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Under a tree stand two campus police officers in full gear and sunglasses, arms folded across their chests, surveying the crowd.—
Zinzi Clemmons,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Smith was chairman of the House Armed Services Committee then, one of the most powerful positions in Washington's national-security apparatus.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
8 June 2026
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Overseeing the sprawling security apparatus is a legion of federal agencies, state and local police departments and private entities.—
Jake Offenhartz,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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“Accoutrements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutrements. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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