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
In that building also lie the suites, each named for Newport mansions and with such accoutrements as canopy beds and standing tubs.
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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
Other companies’ concepts offer an array of different accoutrements and capabilities, including inflatable habitat designs, sprawling windows, robotic arms, research labs and astronaut accommodations.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
While there are some staple soup ingredients like broth or stock, the protein and accoutrements can vary widely.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
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
Other companies’ concepts offer an array of different accoutrements and capabilities, including inflatable habitat designs, sprawling windows, robotic arms, research labs and astronaut accommodations.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
While there are some staple soup ingredients like broth or stock, the protein and accoutrements can vary widely.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutrements
Noun
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Fly By Jing discovered that a third-party manufacturer produces its products on equipment that also processed peanuts, which may have led to cross-contamination, according to the recall.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The device could also diagnose sleep disorders without bulky la equipment, monitor mental health conditions over time, and sense early signs of medical complications, the university said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Noun
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As the play died down, a female fan decked out in White Sox gear reportedly began mercilessly heckling the 24-year-old outfielder.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Treat clothing and other gear with products that contain permethrin to repel ticks.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Acoustics specialists crafted special sound and lighting apparatus that would capture the sound correctly without obscuring the ceiling.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2026
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Students who excel in the process will identify these needs and seek out the necessary support apparatuses before the pressures of senior fall set in.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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“Accoutrements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutrements. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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