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small objects that are used for decoration and are not usually valuable
shelves full of bric-a-brac
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Recent Examples of bric-a-brac
Pop them off to reveal circular inlays perfect for holding a small basket or tray where daily bric-a-brac can accumulate, or keep them attached (our preference) for a truly striking architectural statement.
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Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
Clean Up Your Mess To be fair, some booths at antiques stores are a hot mess, with junk piled high like bric-a-brac Jenga.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
The pink-and-brown Mar-a-Lago mansion was built in 1927 and is filled with an eclectic array of tapestries, sculptures, antiques, bric-a-brac, marble bathtubs, saunas, leopard skins, a two-ton dining table that seats 50 and other one-of-a-kind furnishings.
—Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
The pink-and-brown Mar-a-Lago mansion was built in 1927 and is filled with an eclectic array of tapestries, sculptures, antiques, bric-a-brac, marble bathtubs, saunas, leopard skins, a two-ton dining table that seats 50 and other one-of-a-kind furnishings.
—Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
Like the larger market to the north, the flea market at Vanves is home to vintage rugs and clothes, vinyl records, antique jewelry, and other retro bric-a-brac.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2024
This market is a strange concoction of karaoke bars, bric-a-brac and items from that war on sale: photos, medals and dog tags from men who were lost and never found.
—Richard Quest, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024
On Monday, after a judge tossed out his indictment for treating classified documents like so much bric-a-brac at Mar-a-Lago, Trump took to his Truth social media site to issue one of his incendiary all-caps diatribes.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2024
But the movie, directed by Reginald Hudlin, take a turn for the fantasy/bizarre when Chris, out hunting for Christmas bric-a-brac, comes across an eccentric pop-up shop called Kringle’s that’s nestled under a concrete tangle of highway.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Dec. 2023
Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
Clean Up Your Mess To be fair, some booths at antiques stores are a hot mess, with junk piled high like bric-a-brac Jenga.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
The pink-and-brown Mar-a-Lago mansion was built in 1927 and is filled with an eclectic array of tapestries, sculptures, antiques, bric-a-brac, marble bathtubs, saunas, leopard skins, a two-ton dining table that seats 50 and other one-of-a-kind furnishings.
—Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
The pink-and-brown Mar-a-Lago mansion was built in 1927 and is filled with an eclectic array of tapestries, sculptures, antiques, bric-a-brac, marble bathtubs, saunas, leopard skins, a two-ton dining table that seats 50 and other one-of-a-kind furnishings.
—Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
Like the larger market to the north, the flea market at Vanves is home to vintage rugs and clothes, vinyl records, antique jewelry, and other retro bric-a-brac.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2024
This market is a strange concoction of karaoke bars, bric-a-brac and items from that war on sale: photos, medals and dog tags from men who were lost and never found.
—Richard Quest, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024
On Monday, after a judge tossed out his indictment for treating classified documents like so much bric-a-brac at Mar-a-Lago, Trump took to his Truth social media site to issue one of his incendiary all-caps diatribes.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2024
But the movie, directed by Reginald Hudlin, take a turn for the fantasy/bizarre when Chris, out hunting for Christmas bric-a-brac, comes across an eccentric pop-up shop called Kringle’s that’s nestled under a concrete tangle of highway.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Dec. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bric-a-brac
Noun
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Along with a glimmering Christmas display of ornaments and decorations, the Guamans have collections of garden and holiday gnomes.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2025
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For some, July 4th gatherings focus on fireworks, games, and decorations.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Their handbags would be architectural in shape, sleek and spare of overwrought ornamentation.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2025
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The Raw Edition from Copenhagen Distillery is a clear statement of intent, avoiding ornamentation and putting instead process and material at the forefront.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The proud parents coordinated with their Christmas tree, which was filled with matching ornaments.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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The white wash paint is distressed for an antique look, and the scalloped legs are accented with botanical ornaments.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
17 May 2025
Noun
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This isn’t the first time that licensing deals have proved to be a point of friction in the New York apparel scene.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
23 June 2025
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As for many top athletes, an endorsement deal with the company – the largest shoe and athletic apparel maker in the world – meant financial security in a career that by its nature is fleeting.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 June 2025
Noun
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For a beautifully smooth frosting, make sure not to over whip.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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The chocolate frosting adds even more flavor that bursts on each bite.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Printed silk shirts, wide lapels, embroidery, sharply tailored jeans and patchwork denim captured the mood.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
23 June 2025
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Crafted from moisture-wicking cotton and linen, with details like embroidery, scalloped edging, and ruffles, they’re polished without feeling fussy.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Both were for the young, the inexperienced, and for people whose reality was dull enough and sturdy enough to make fantasy or imagination a desirable escape or a necessary adornment.—
Yiyun Li,
New Yorker,
15 June 2025
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The Row arguably makes our favorite luxury version for everyday, with strappy detailing and a jewel-like adornment.—
Lara Oliveri,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
Noun
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Of course, all this finery depended upon the relentless slaughter of elephants, their tusks brutally torn off, leaving the animals virtually defenseless, or often dead.—
Anthony R. Cannella,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2025
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Greeting you upon arrival is a small army of attendants, dressed in Dior finery, who usher you into the expansive waiting area.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
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“Bric-a-brac.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bric-a-brac. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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