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also fetiches
1
as in obsessions
something about which one is constantly thinking or concerned
dieting seems to be a fetish with some people
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2
as in talismans
something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil
an archaeologist discovering an old animal tooth that may have been worn as a fetish
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Recent Examples of fetishes
In addition, the creation of the fetishes, with their bits of bone, dirt, plants, and other objects, also unnerved enslavers and colonists.
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Literary Hub, 5 Jan. 2026
The titillating drama explores the complexities of dominant-submissive relationships and fetishes, as Ray gets aroused by making Colin lick his boots, buy his groceries and sleep at the foot of his bed.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 5 Jan. 2026
The titillating drama explores the complexities of dominant-submissive relationships and fetishes, as Ray gets aroused by making Colin lick his boots, buy his groceries and sleep at the foot of his bed.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fetishes
Noun
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These obsessions and compulsions interfere with daily activities and cause significant distress.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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As nutritional trends go, there are worse obsessions than protein.—
Rachel Sugar,
The Atlantic,
10 Jan. 2026
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Such talismans blended Africa and the Americas, bringing together old and new practices, beliefs, and objects.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Jan. 2026
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Underscoring continuity amid the recent changes in creative direction, the core elements of the holiday decorations — being deployed in locations spanning from Beverly Hills to Beijing — can be traced to founder Christian Dior and his fondness for talismans like stars, flowers and butterflies.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
14 Nov. 2025
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Deep crimson motifs bloom against fields of black and ivory; lozenges, cypress trees, and amulets thread their way into measured geometric grids.—
Amelia Dhuga,
Vogue,
27 Nov. 2025
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Brides in South Asia are famously decked out in the precious metal – necklaces, earrings, nose rings, hair pieces and amulets – that can be gifted or inherited.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Fetishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fetishes. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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