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as in gadgets
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers
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as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander
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Recent Examples of appliances
Heavy-duty abrasive sponges can leave visible scratches and dull finishes on appliances.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
There's also space for more appliances such as a fridge/freezer and washer/dryer to be installed.
—Adam Williams
april 11, New Atlas, 11 Apr. 2026
The appliances were sold in green, gray, white, blue, and dark blue colors.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Court documents report items taken from the woman’s home included appliances and antiques valued at more than $5,500.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, at home, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Grab a compact smart plug to conveniently voice-control compatible home appliances and breathable bed sheets that hot sleepers swear by for a good night’s sleep.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
There's also space for more appliances such as a fridge/freezer and washer/dryer to be installed.
—Adam Williams
april 11, New Atlas, 11 Apr. 2026
The appliances were sold in green, gray, white, blue, and dark blue colors.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Court documents report items taken from the woman’s home included appliances and antiques valued at more than $5,500.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, at home, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Grab a compact smart plug to conveniently voice-control compatible home appliances and breathable bed sheets that hot sleepers swear by for a good night’s sleep.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliances
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Its various hair gadgets (and their premium price tags) have enjoyed viral popularity among beauty influencers, spurring an influx of dupes like the Shark Flexstyle.—
Victoria Song,
The Verge,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cotton’s breathability supports this process without any gadgets.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Read on for more in-flight accessories to make your next plane ride more comfy and enjoyable, from a $15 footrest to a travel pillow with almost 10,000 perfect Amazon ratings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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For accessories, Hathaway wore a set of pink gold Bulgari jewels, including a sparkly wrap bracelet, dangling earrings, and a red cocktail ring, according to InStyle.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2026
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Called knot invariants, these tools each measure some aspect of a knot — a pattern formed by its interwoven strands, perhaps, or the topology of the space surrounding it.—
Erica Klarreich,
Quanta Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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City are also considering other options, while Real Madrid have been touted as a possible destination for Rodri too.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Club Cottages, Bungalows, and Villas, with one- to four-bedroom options, are gracious residential possibilities as well.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliances. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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