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Recent Examples of bijou
Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
Then pick up Fellow Pirch artisanal glassware that looks like coffee gear bijou and comes in amber, smoke, garnet, and woodland green.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025
One of Swaziland’s earliest foes was the South African Republic under Paul Kruger, who was president from 1883 and 1900 and whose desired inroads into this bijou country were later documented by Hamilton Sipho Simelane, in the Transafrican Journal of History.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
Since Khouri officially launched her business with the opening of her atelier in 2013, she has become known for jewellery that sits somewhere between sculpture and bijou.
—Felix Bischof, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Noun
The asymmetrical satin gown, with draping and a scarf neckline, was finished with a bow-shaped, silver-rhinestone bijou that became the roadmap.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
Then pick up Fellow Pirch artisanal glassware that looks like coffee gear bijou and comes in amber, smoke, garnet, and woodland green.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025
One of Swaziland’s earliest foes was the South African Republic under Paul Kruger, who was president from 1883 and 1900 and whose desired inroads into this bijou country were later documented by Hamilton Sipho Simelane, in the Transafrican Journal of History.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
Since Khouri officially launched her business with the opening of her atelier in 2013, she has become known for jewellery that sits somewhere between sculpture and bijou.
—Felix Bischof, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bijou
Adjective
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What waits behind the greenhouses and garden beds is a sprawling oasis of elegant indoor-outdoor dining with a secret garden appeal that feels worlds away from the chain restaurants nearby.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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Soprano Nicole Car’s initially elegant Elizabeth accumulates both physical and vocal intensity as the opera exposes more and more skulduggery around her.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Whether your baubles are gold, silver, diamond, or costume jewelry, here’s how to clean rings to maintain their brilliance and condition over time.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
23 Feb. 2026
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Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.—
Timothy Latterner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Lady in Silver Dress, whose dainty rosette touches and sheer organza layer will add whimsy to all your dinner parties from hereon out.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Wardrobe basics are now trimmed with dainty lace and loafers are sleeker than ever.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Ox Lot Books keeps their shelves stocked high and their calendar of events lively, while Cottage Antiques is a treasure trove of crystal, china, and trinkets.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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The black curtains go up, trinkets are removed, mirrors are covered, and John and Francesca’s portrait is veiled.—
Christina Grace Tucker,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The property’s three-wall concept features 29 open-air suites, each offering exquisite views of the Pitons (best enjoyed from a private infinity pool).—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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Swenson’s glider was an exquisite instrument for detecting turbulence.—
Burkhard Bilger,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Kye Christensen-Knowles had a work of small sculptures at Gaylord Fine Arts, the gem of a gallery in an apartment in the Gaylord Apartments in Koreatown.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
28 Feb. 2026
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To fuel this innovation, Sovani relentlessly explores Tokyo’s diverse food landscape, seeking out the city's most authentic vegetarian gems.—
Nupur Singh,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Colorful gemstones also dovetail nicely with some of spring’s biggest fashion and jewelry trends.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
25 Feb. 2026
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How to Clean Diamond and Other Gemstone Rings Engagement rings or any jewelry with diamonds or precious gemstones need special care.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Budget deficit of 4% Such a target would also match last year's, which had marked a rare expansion of government spending relative to GDP.—
Evelyn Cheng,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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Some in the city see a rare local official who will stand up to Immigration and Customs Enforcement; others see someone out of his lane, needlessly feuding with the federal government; some see hubris; others see confidence.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Bijou.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bijou. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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