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as in necklaces
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck
a simple gold collar is all that little black cocktail dress needs
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as in arrests
the act of taking or holding under one's control by authority of law
when the murderer was finally apprehended, the detective who doggedly checked every single lead got credit for the collar
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as in seizes
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
the juvenile delinquent was collared for robbing houses
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as in grabs
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
she collared the boy before he could get into the cookie jar
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Recent Examples of collars
John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
But its appeal can’t be divorced from the romance of its history, which properly began in the 19th century when English polo players began wearing oxford shirts as their preferred uniform, complete with collars that buttoned against the body to prevent their points from flapping in the wind.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Styled as attachable collars, draped over the arm, or wrapped at the neck, these plush accents offer winter-ready coziness with high fashion drama.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Outerwear is a key focus in the collection featuring six jackets, including two styles with sheepskin-shearling collars.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Zendaya was the silver star of the show in a knotty mini-dress with fur cuffs and collars.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Other guests including France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron, Léa Seydoux, Phoebe Dynevor, Noémie Merlant and Shay Mitchell watched as Ghesquière’s latest collection featuring caftans, Victorian collars and turbans unfolded.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Skin problems are common with collars that are too tight or left on too long.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
She had been previously outfitted with several collars but escaped them all.
—John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
But its appeal can’t be divorced from the romance of its history, which properly began in the 19th century when English polo players began wearing oxford shirts as their preferred uniform, complete with collars that buttoned against the body to prevent their points from flapping in the wind.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Styled as attachable collars, draped over the arm, or wrapped at the neck, these plush accents offer winter-ready coziness with high fashion drama.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Outerwear is a key focus in the collection featuring six jackets, including two styles with sheepskin-shearling collars.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Zendaya was the silver star of the show in a knotty mini-dress with fur cuffs and collars.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Other guests including France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron, Léa Seydoux, Phoebe Dynevor, Noémie Merlant and Shay Mitchell watched as Ghesquière’s latest collection featuring caftans, Victorian collars and turbans unfolded.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Skin problems are common with collars that are too tight or left on too long.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collars
Noun
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Some families pass the necklaces down through generations.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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The company decided to give the initial idea a proper spin-off, launching silver rings, cuff bracelets and choker necklaces reprising the same signature shape.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Pérez registered on the app again in August, then a third time in September, as immigration arrests ramped up in Chicago.—
Melissa Sanchez,
ProPublica,
10 Oct. 2025
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The enforcement operation led to 20 arrests in an investigation led by Net-5 — a Yuba-Sutter drug and gang task force — and the DEA.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If Europe seizes this opportunity, quantum computing has the power to be a genuine differentiator for the continent, and shape our economy, and world, for the better.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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The Athletic’s Daniel Popper believes a trade could be on the horizon if neither back seizes the opportunity ahead.—
Andy Behrens,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But Henry grabs Julia at the last moment and presses all of their hands to the stones at once.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Oct. 2025
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Viral video of the incident shows Eilish leaving the stage and exchanging high-fives with fans when someone grabs her arm and tires to yank her into the crowd.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Touchdown catches by Odunze, including at least one in each game.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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The bag is easy to roll and lift, and the expandable zipper never catches.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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What about the argument that ICE raids will create jobs for American workers?—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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This year has been nothing short of horrific for our country’s Latine population, thanks to the current administration’s anti-immigration legislation and numerous, often-violent ICE raids, resulting in mass deportations and detainment (sometimes among legal residents and citizens).—
Sofía Viera,
Allure,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His grandfather, Leroy Hanlon, frustrated by this hesitancy, snatches the instrument out of Mike’s hand and carries out the deed himself.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Oct. 2025
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Wednesday then rescues Pugsley as Gomez and Morticia arrive, but before the family can properly reunite, Isaac snatches Wednesday into his telekinetic grip, choking her.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Dust Regularly Dust furniture one or two times a week with a damp microfiber cloth that traps dust and prevents it from being scattered in the air.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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They’re made with the same cotton-blend fleece that traps warmth without overheating.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Collars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collars. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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