as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement
putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets
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Recent Examples of bracelets
These mosquito repellent bracelets offer a convenient, hands-free way to stay protected.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
Bangle nails are dripping in jewels and heavy metals, just like their namesake bracelets.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Plus, don't miss customizable beaded bracelets, dog mugs, lip gloss and more.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
These bracelets are not occasional pieces.
—Malana Vantayler, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
While there’ll always be a place in our jewelry capsules for simple studs and tennis bracelets, there’s more color than ever on the market.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
Authorities say the stores have been buying some of that gold from the couriers and laundering it by melting it down into jewelry, primarily bracelets.
—J.d. Miles, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Some admired her journalistic mettle; others, including Martha at first, could not take her seriously (those tinkling bracelets).
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
The adult woman was buried with grave goods that aligned with that culture, including a cowhide, bronze pin, a necklace of glass and amber beads, and a pair of bronze bracelets, Live Science reports.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
Bangle nails are dripping in jewels and heavy metals, just like their namesake bracelets.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Plus, don't miss customizable beaded bracelets, dog mugs, lip gloss and more.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
These bracelets are not occasional pieces.
—Malana Vantayler, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
While there’ll always be a place in our jewelry capsules for simple studs and tennis bracelets, there’s more color than ever on the market.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
Authorities say the stores have been buying some of that gold from the couriers and laundering it by melting it down into jewelry, primarily bracelets.
—J.d. Miles, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Some admired her journalistic mettle; others, including Martha at first, could not take her seriously (those tinkling bracelets).
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
The adult woman was buried with grave goods that aligned with that culture, including a cowhide, bronze pin, a necklace of glass and amber beads, and a pair of bronze bracelets, Live Science reports.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bracelets
Noun
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They were placed in handcuffs and put in the back of a car while FBI agents searched their home and took items such as computers, cell phones and some paper documents, according to the newspaper.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Officers caught up to the suspect, who allegedly resisted arrest but was eventually placed in handcuffs.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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Like many mattress brands, some hotel chains offer a lengthy trial period, warranty, and even white glove delivery to make a pricey purchase worthwhile.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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The concept resembles drive-through beverage chains such as Dutch Bros Coffee and the Human Bean.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Martinez remains in cuffs and on the ground, unmoving, for about a minute before paramedics already on the scene of the earlier traffic accident begin to provide medical aid.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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GenAI can analyze data from home blood pressure cuffs, glucose monitors, and wearables, enabling earlier medication adjustments and timelier treatments.—
Robert Pearl,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Bracelets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracelets. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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