as in ornamentals
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
picked up some cheap baubles at the fair
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Recent Examples of baubles
For accessories, Moore opted for dainty baubles from Shay Jewelry.
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Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Aside from Larsson, other trendsetters are joining in on the trend, attaching chains, keychains and other baubles to their jeans.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
Balsam Hill’s expertise with high-quality trees extend to their collection of decorative baubles.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
On the desk that my character sits at in the movie, there [were] all these little tchotchkes and baubles decorating the desk.
—Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 10 Oct. 2025
In his exploration of other mediums, Bittar continues to push the concept of brand identity and conversation to encompass a broader spectrum of more than just fabulous baubles and bags.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
DeLucia’s stagings include a bevy of baubles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
In the past decade, the retailer tried to branch out, striking deals to sell baubles at CVS pharmacies and expanding brand deals for popular Disney and Mattel characters.
—Alina Selyukh, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Inside the vast, white manufacturing hall, bags and bags of blood dangle overhead, suspended from a steel rail like macabre baubles.
—Nicola Twilley, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Aside from Larsson, other trendsetters are joining in on the trend, attaching chains, keychains and other baubles to their jeans.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
Balsam Hill’s expertise with high-quality trees extend to their collection of decorative baubles.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
On the desk that my character sits at in the movie, there [were] all these little tchotchkes and baubles decorating the desk.
—Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 10 Oct. 2025
In his exploration of other mediums, Bittar continues to push the concept of brand identity and conversation to encompass a broader spectrum of more than just fabulous baubles and bags.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
DeLucia’s stagings include a bevy of baubles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
In the past decade, the retailer tried to branch out, striking deals to sell baubles at CVS pharmacies and expanding brand deals for popular Disney and Mattel characters.
—Alina Selyukh, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Inside the vast, white manufacturing hall, bags and bags of blood dangle overhead, suspended from a steel rail like macabre baubles.
—Nicola Twilley, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for baubles
Noun
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But while many edibles and ornamentals make good companions for apples and other fruit trees, some plants just don't belong in your backyard orchard.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Plus, the kit comes with ornaments, candles, and a star for the full festive experience.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Creating warmth, coziness, and tradition means layering in the personal touches — the kids’ ornaments, family photos, and holiday pillows — that make our home feel both nostalgic and uniquely ours.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Admittedly, this may delight a curious gardener who enjoys seeing what novelties a volunteer plant can produce.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Although both could be compelling novelties, neither improves the game.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Each one also contains an assortment of high-end trinkets to open daily in the lead-up to December 25, helping your giftees tap into childlike whimsy for the holiday season.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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From a gift of Elizabeth Taylor’s ring, bestowed on Allura, by her cheating younger husband, to $40 million worth of trinkets that Liberty helps salvage from her Upper East Side client wanting a divorce.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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Connor showed me one other market, one that was a bit calmer, and pointed me to the best shops to get all my souvenirs.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Did these souvenirs seem counterfeit to her, awful reminders of her long imprisonment in the wrong body?—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Baubles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baubles. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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