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bangle

noun

ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
Definition of banglenext
as in pendant
an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist wore a bracelet with small silver bangles on it

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Recent Examples of bangle Beaded beauties Shells and semiprecious stones find life as statement necklaces and bangles at Hues of Hills, available at lifestyle boutique Vayu - Design for Living in New Delhi. — Sohini Dey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 Sculptural bangles and bold cuffs are replacing delicate jewelry, whether stacked or balanced on both wrists. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 The new bangle styles give you that designer look without the price tag. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 Neatly displayed throughout the store are coin purses, perfume bottles, handheld mirrors, bangles, shoes, pillows, scarves and other gems. — New York Times, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bangle
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pendant
Noun
  • Ancient mythology supplies the characters; Victorian adornment supplies some of the collection’s more curious accessories, including pill pendants, potion vials and keepsake holders.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Swift, 36, styled a Chiefs graphic tank and acid-wash jeans with a gold chain pendant designed by Catbird, per Page Six.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of pendant

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“Bangle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bangle. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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