as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies
a high-end caterer whose dishes feature an array of over-the-top garnishments
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Recent Examples of garnishment
The garnishment, in which the government can order employers to withhold up to 15% of wages to collect on defaulted debt, can continue until defaulted loans are either paid in full or removed from default, according to the department.
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Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2025
The Department resumed collections in May and plans to begin wage garnishment by the end of summer.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The company sued her and won a judgment that led to the garnishment of her wages.
—Adam Friedman, ProPublica, 26 June 2025
Defaulting can have serious consequences, including wage garnishment, loss of eligibility for future financial aid, and damage to your credit score.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for garnishment
Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2025
The Department resumed collections in May and plans to begin wage garnishment by the end of summer.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The company sued her and won a judgment that led to the garnishment of her wages.
—Adam Friedman, ProPublica, 26 June 2025
Defaulting can have serious consequences, including wage garnishment, loss of eligibility for future financial aid, and damage to your credit score.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for garnishment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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Their distinctive products include lowball tumblers, decanters, and pitchers as well as decor like holiday ornaments.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Start by selecting a focal point, such as the Grand Duchess Tree or a statement yard piece, then build around it using garlands, mini trees, or complementary ornaments.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Born into postwar optimism in the mid-20th century, the movement favored steel, concrete, and insulated glass in defiance of ornamentation.—
Will Speros,
Architectural Digest,
3 Sep. 2025
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Barnsdall is home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s first Los Angeles commission, Hollyhock House, with its commanding monolithic forms, geometric ornamentation, and modern take on Mayan Revival architecture.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The festivities included a catered spread of food, themed decorations and a special gift from the brand.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Keep scrolling for more Halloween decorations from Pottery Barn’s clearance section for up to 50% off.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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De Laurentiis shared a snap of their room service dinner, which included a green curry with vegetables on top and another multi-colored dish with octopus and garnishes of radish and onions on top.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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How Cilantro Is More Than A Garnish But cilantro is more than just a garnish.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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