variants
or bling-bling
as in jewelry
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
He dressed simply but flashed some serious bling around his neck and on his fingers.
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Recent Examples of bling
According to Brides, it’s believed that her third husband, Arthur Miller, also proposed without any bling.
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Expect free bike check-ups and bling.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Plus, the single rhinestone on each nail gives this manicure just the right amount of bling.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 30 Mar. 2026
The tiny pieces of bling can be traced at least back to King Tut, according to Smithsonian Magazine.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Expect free bike check-ups and bling.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Plus, the single rhinestone on each nail gives this manicure just the right amount of bling.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 30 Mar. 2026
The tiny pieces of bling can be traced at least back to King Tut, according to Smithsonian Magazine.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bling
Noun
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Leyden, who was down on her luck after losing her jewelry business and had become estranged from her family, wound up in a homeless shelter.—
Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2026
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The collaboration reflects a broader shift toward closer alignment between beauty and fashion, where elements like nails are increasingly considered alongside accessories such as jewelry or footwear.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Alongside the footwear, the capsule is completed by a selection of leather accessories—coasters, a planner cover, a key holder, and a valet tray—all made from leather and produced in the United States using traditional artisanal processes.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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Because, obviously, there are different types of accessories for all the different types of grannies out there.—
Dino Bonačić,
Glamour,
2 May 2026
Noun
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It is surrounded by appliqué ornamentation reflecting the decorative arts of each culture and an ornate frieze around the periphery.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Yet its sleek, monochromatic design serves as a quiet counterpoint to the temple’s rich ornamentation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Bling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bling. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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