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
Interest and penalties will accrue, and the IRS can take collections actions, such as wage garnishment or property liens.
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Kat Tretina, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
This includes wage garnishment, tax refund offsets, Social Security and Disability Payment offsets, and negative credit reporting.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This carries even more serious consequences, potentially including wage garnishment.
—Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 2 Mar. 2026
This includes wage garnishment, tax refund seizure through the Treasury Offset Program, and collection of federal benefits like Social Security offsets.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
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Kat Tretina, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
This includes wage garnishment, tax refund offsets, Social Security and Disability Payment offsets, and negative credit reporting.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This carries even more serious consequences, potentially including wage garnishment.
—Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 2 Mar. 2026
This includes wage garnishment, tax refund seizure through the Treasury Offset Program, and collection of federal benefits like Social Security offsets.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for garnishment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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When kuru’s vocals get more monotone, Backstage hologram ornaments the toplines with gorgeous digital keyboard parts that reference the crusty, low-res soundtracks of Nintendo DS-era RPGs like Pokemon Diamond & Pearl.—
Jude Noel,
Pitchfork,
30 Apr. 2026
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During the service, it is presented along with a number of spiritual ornaments, including the sovereign's orb and several swords, per the Royal Collection Trust.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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It is surrounded by appliqué ornamentation reflecting the decorative arts of each culture and an ornate frieze around the periphery.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Yet its sleek, monochromatic design serves as a quiet counterpoint to the temple’s rich ornamentation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Guests at the preview got a peek at table decorations and other aesthetic concepts for the ball, which raises money to benefit San Diego-area nonprofits.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Besides decorations at the airport, two more streetcars are to be wrapped by early May.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Set out a platter with garnishes to highlight the cocktail's ingredients—watermelon wedges, mint, and lime wheels.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a couple mint sprigs, slapped to release their aromas.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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