as in things
transportable items that one owns
packed up all their belongings and moved across the country
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Recent Examples of belongings
Casias, 53, was last seen walking on a highway near Talpa, New Mexico, in June 2025, according to New Mexico State Police, leaving her belongings at home and a phone that had been factory-reset, NBC News reported.
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Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Among the gunman’s belongings was a photo modified by artificial intelligence showing him alongside the Columbine attackers, according to a state official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to address the media.
—Maria Verza, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Its interior slit pocket fits any phone size up to an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and its gold hardware clasp and flap top keep belongings secure while on the go.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
The Bruins teammates didn’t pack any of their belongings before flying to New York to attend the draft, but after another cross-country flight home to Los Angeles, the pair had barely 24 hours to put their entire lives in boxes before heading back to the East Coast to join the Connecticut Sun.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Adept at skilfully maneuvering guests and their belongings around the estate’s cobbles and dirt tracks on golf buggies, Sao Lourenco’s energetic team of young, enthusiastic staff provide warm-hearted service with care and charisma.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
Starting Monday, the thousands of residents displaced by the fire were returning to see what is left of their homes and retrieve their belongings.
—Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This June, Bonhams will auction off hundreds of Keaton’s belongings across four sales, in partnership with The Fine Art Group.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
From a zippered exterior pocket to a roomy main compartment, it’s intentionally designed to easily keep your belongings organized.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Among the gunman’s belongings was a photo modified by artificial intelligence showing him alongside the Columbine attackers, according to a state official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to address the media.
—Maria Verza, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Its interior slit pocket fits any phone size up to an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and its gold hardware clasp and flap top keep belongings secure while on the go.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
The Bruins teammates didn’t pack any of their belongings before flying to New York to attend the draft, but after another cross-country flight home to Los Angeles, the pair had barely 24 hours to put their entire lives in boxes before heading back to the East Coast to join the Connecticut Sun.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Adept at skilfully maneuvering guests and their belongings around the estate’s cobbles and dirt tracks on golf buggies, Sao Lourenco’s energetic team of young, enthusiastic staff provide warm-hearted service with care and charisma.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
Starting Monday, the thousands of residents displaced by the fire were returning to see what is left of their homes and retrieve their belongings.
—Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This June, Bonhams will auction off hundreds of Keaton’s belongings across four sales, in partnership with The Fine Art Group.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
From a zippered exterior pocket to a roomy main compartment, it’s intentionally designed to easily keep your belongings organized.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for belongings
Noun
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Confirm timing, assign ownership, and keep things clear.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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But things got wild when the robot started break dancing and bashing itself into a million robotic pieces.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Deployed as a winger against strong opposition, Wiegman has also used James as a central attacking midfielder in games where England are likely to dominate possession.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Rapids dominated possession in the first half, but Messi scored on a penalty kick to give Miami the lead in the 18th minute after Bright got fouled in the box after stealing the ball in the six-yard box.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even though there was some absurd stuff on the show, people did legitimately do things that were outrageous back then.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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This is distinct from writing that is humorous, the stuff that will give you a wry smile at best.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In the United States, consumption tax comes in the form of retail sales tax and excise tax (tax imposed on certain goods or activities, like alcohol or fuel), as well as the aforementioned tariffs.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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The café will serve breakfast, lunch, coffee, baked goods, and more.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Belongings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belongings. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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