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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
Amy Francombe, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026
While the original Transporter is a cavernous duffel devoid of frills and features, the Squffel is overflowing with organizational extras.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
There are no major frills or fancy switchups, but its familiar simplicity has been outlined for perfect results every time.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
There are no frills or fancy touches, but a sense of familiarity and open-mindedness radiates throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
At first glance, Lauren Sánchez Bezos's latest look is nothing more than a refreshingly simple '90s slipdress—a navy minidress with form-fitting silhouette and a minimalist no frills approach.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 3 Feb. 2026
This fine establishment has sat at the same address in the Williamsburg Bridge's shadow since 1887, and the interiors carry about as many frills as your average public house—dark wood, plaster walls, and so on.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
There’s no pretense here, just aguachile (my favorite), BYOB and a no frills patio.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
While the first two shots – one of the full look, complete with black heels and frills at the bottom of the dress, and one close-up – leaned into glamour, the third was photo-bombed by her son, Gene Fischer.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025
Noun
The micro-style, trimmed with frills along the back, quickly found its way onto creator Devon Lee Carlson and rap artist Sexy Redd at Coachella, before subsequently selling out on the brand’s site.
—Amy Francombe, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026
While the original Transporter is a cavernous duffel devoid of frills and features, the Squffel is overflowing with organizational extras.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
There are no major frills or fancy switchups, but its familiar simplicity has been outlined for perfect results every time.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
There are no frills or fancy touches, but a sense of familiarity and open-mindedness radiates throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
At first glance, Lauren Sánchez Bezos's latest look is nothing more than a refreshingly simple '90s slipdress—a navy minidress with form-fitting silhouette and a minimalist no frills approach.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 3 Feb. 2026
This fine establishment has sat at the same address in the Williamsburg Bridge's shadow since 1887, and the interiors carry about as many frills as your average public house—dark wood, plaster walls, and so on.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
There’s no pretense here, just aguachile (my favorite), BYOB and a no frills patio.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
While the first two shots – one of the full look, complete with black heels and frills at the bottom of the dress, and one close-up – leaned into glamour, the third was photo-bombed by her son, Gene Fischer.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frills
Noun
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The bathtub has a TV built into a mirror and amenities by Acqua di Parma, Tata Harper, and John Masters Organics.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The Galentine’s party had a plethora of amenities, including nail techs, a charm jewelry bar, a portrait artist, and plenty of icebreakers and activities for women to enjoy.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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After pouring out all of Tallulah’s earthly possessions — loose cash, thongs, several vapes, Bubble Tape — Paulena takes the bag and flounces off, leaving Tallulah vibrating with rage and Maia quietly panicking.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Due to a clause in the family trust, however, Becket still has a chance to inherit the family fortune and all the luxuries that come with it.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some states restrict items seen as luxuries, like candy and soda.—
Annemarie Dooling,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There were no ornaments, no photos, no paintings.—
Josh Ireland,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Putting up the Christmas tree last year with ornaments Ryan and his sister made was tough, Gary said.—
Emma Hurt,
AJC.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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Manuel then slipped into a stark white dress overflowing with ruffles and shrugged on a matching lace shawl with long fringing over it—all key elements to bringing his hypnotizing moves to life.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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When most people think about boho today—especially amid its recent revival—an airy romance of cascading ruffles and suede almost certainly comes to mind.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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The most elaborate of these suites spanned the top floors of houses and were filled with thoughtful decorations and toys.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the procession, tributes to the Year of the Horse appeared in many forms, including school mascots, papier-mâché horse heads and inflatable decorations.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Pinning her veil beneath the knot allowed the two adornments to not overlap.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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Magnolia leaf and fir branch garland swags drape our staircases, and warm white lights illuminate our trees.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Frills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frills. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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