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as in amenities
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
didn't get any food or drinks on the no-frills flight
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as in ornamentations
something that decorates or beautifies
a birthday cake decorated with frills like edible glitter
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Recent Examples of frills
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The result is a design with clear, bold lines and no unnecessary frills.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For years, Spirit was a high-flying, no frills, profit machine, but since the pandemic, the airline failed to merge with JetBlue as consumer tastes changed to favor a more premium style of travel that left the airline in dire financial straits.
—Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
If nerves rise, steel your voice and lead with the headline, since plain language travels farther than frills.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
The idea was to lure visitors in with notions of decadence and frills, and then force them to confront the harsh realities of imperialism, colonialism, and the relentlessness of the fashion cycle.
—Emilia Petrarca, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Like previous Freedom pods, the XL is basic and bare inside, bringing a few simple comforts but no frills.
—New Atlas, 13 Apr. 2026
Why One Designer Loves Cornice Headboards Some designers absolutely love the look of a cornice headboard and the frills that come with it.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
End with a low-key farewell dinner in 12South and live music at Station Inn — generally a cash-only cover charge and no frills, just great music.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
This batch recipe is easy to make and requires no frills for serving at any backyard celebration.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The result is a design with clear, bold lines and no unnecessary frills.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For years, Spirit was a high-flying, no frills, profit machine, but since the pandemic, the airline failed to merge with JetBlue as consumer tastes changed to favor a more premium style of travel that left the airline in dire financial straits.
—Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
If nerves rise, steel your voice and lead with the headline, since plain language travels farther than frills.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
The idea was to lure visitors in with notions of decadence and frills, and then force them to confront the harsh realities of imperialism, colonialism, and the relentlessness of the fashion cycle.
—Emilia Petrarca, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Like previous Freedom pods, the XL is basic and bare inside, bringing a few simple comforts but no frills.
—New Atlas, 13 Apr. 2026
Why One Designer Loves Cornice Headboards Some designers absolutely love the look of a cornice headboard and the frills that come with it.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026
End with a low-key farewell dinner in 12South and live music at Station Inn — generally a cash-only cover charge and no frills, just great music.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frills
Noun
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There’s also a separate clubhouse for teens with amenities like a pool table, video game lounge, and basketball courts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Adding to the amenities here is the presence of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, a waterfront resort with an array of accommodations, its own spa, and myriad dining options.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Noun
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The receptionist works behind a period cabinet converted into the sort of desk Philip Marlowe would happily put his feet on and Art Deco ornamentations abound, from the beautiful clocks, to the slightly sinister candlesticks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Two centuries later, frills and flounces are back in style on the heels of the cottagecore bedding scene, allowing your bedscape to embrace its softer side.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2026
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When Hyacinth flounces off to check the hall, Eloise hot on her trail, Sophie begs for a moment of Violet’s time.—
Christina Grace Tucker,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
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Shoppers came for staples like flour, sugar, and salt; tools and hardware; fabric and clothing; kerosene for lamps; and occasional small luxuries like candy, tobacco, or coffee—items otherwise difficult or impossible to obtain, Koehn says.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Goldman attributes it largely to lifestyle creep, the phenomenon of luxuries quietly becoming necessities.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
Noun
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The shoes are embellished with asymmetrical crystal leaf ornaments that are hand-embroidered to drape across a low-cut vamp.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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The powder is used to decorate removable ornaments on cakes and isn't designed for ingestion.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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The garment featured a knee-length, high-low design with ruffles at the hem.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Sequins, ruffles and 3D polka dots Demi Moore, Jane Fonda and Maika Monroe were among the stars showcasing the best looks at the Cannes Film Festival.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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Among Collington's awards and decorations was the Army Service Ribbon.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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That's according to Lauren Downing Peters, associate professor of fashion studies at Columbia College Chicago, who says these clothes, decorations and products harken to a previous time, rather than look forward, showing how America's birthday can be a unifying force in divided moments.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The designer Christian Dior’s signature and wickerwork shells are among other adornments.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Fleetwood wore a silk blazer with several silver adornments and accessorized the look with a pair of bracelets on his right arm and a wide gold wedding band on his left hand.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Frills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frills. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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