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
Here's what to know: When will collections resume? State of play: The department will begin involuntary collections on May 5 through the Treasury Offset Program, which collects delinquent debts that people owe to government agencies, through wage garnishment.
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Jason Lalljee, Axios, 2 May 2025
The collections on loans are typically done through wage garnishments, a legal procedure in which a person's earnings are required by court order to be withheld by an employer for the payment of a debt, according to the Department of Labor.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Loan servicers began reporting delinquent accounts to credit bureaus in January 2025 and wage garnishments for borrowers who are more than 270 days late on payments are expected to resume soon.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 19 May 2025
For those who are subject to garnishment, Brewington says, the results can be devastating.
—Matt Sedensky, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
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Jason Lalljee, Axios, 2 May 2025
The collections on loans are typically done through wage garnishments, a legal procedure in which a person's earnings are required by court order to be withheld by an employer for the payment of a debt, according to the Department of Labor.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Loan servicers began reporting delinquent accounts to credit bureaus in January 2025 and wage garnishments for borrowers who are more than 270 days late on payments are expected to resume soon.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 19 May 2025
For those who are subject to garnishment, Brewington says, the results can be devastating.
—Matt Sedensky, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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The collections are often narrative-driven, reflecting personal experiences and contextual themes that connect ornament with identity and critique.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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The Sunrise Mall store will have a closing sale that includes 20% off of everything except items already discounted at a higher percentage, Father’s Day and graduation cards and 2025 keepsakes and ornaments.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Strong lines that team up to form geometric designs, metallic accents, luxe materials like marble and velvet, and eye-catching ornamentation are certainly part of the style's foundation, true.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, and bearing only the inscription: Franciscus.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With a watermelon treat and party decorations, of course.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
28 May 2025
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Across the five floors, which include the ground floor and the basement, all the structures accumulated in recent times were stripped away during the restoration to reveal 19th century decorations, 18th century trompe l’oeils, late 17th century frescoes and even earlier ornamentation.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Held emphasizes fresh garnish can make or break a dish and cites Child’s mastery of beef bourguignon as an inspiration.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Adding a salt rim elevates your glass, but for a spicy kick, use Halo Del Santo, a cocktail garnish made with salt, fiery chiles and a touch of citrus.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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