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
Content oversight provided by Studio 1847 When a creditor obtains a court order, a portion of a worker’s paycheck can be subject to garnishment.
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Ascend Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
9 June 2026
To date, Fuller and Pinilla have not been able to collect on the $63.5 million judgment, with the courts ruling that Carollo’s wages are protected from garnishment and that his Coconut Grove home is protected from seizure.
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Tess Riski
may 28,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
The consequences for failing to meet your tax obligations can range from late fees and collection notices to wage garnishment and property liens.
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John Csiszar,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
Basic questions include geography, employee types, pay frequencies, overtime rules, tips, commissions, bonuses, garnishments, deductions, benefits, PTO, job costing, and general ledger integration.
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Jen L’estrange,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2026
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Ascend Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
9 June 2026
To date, Fuller and Pinilla have not been able to collect on the $63.5 million judgment, with the courts ruling that Carollo’s wages are protected from garnishment and that his Coconut Grove home is protected from seizure.
—
Tess Riski
may 28,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
The consequences for failing to meet your tax obligations can range from late fees and collection notices to wage garnishment and property liens.
—
John Csiszar,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
Basic questions include geography, employee types, pay frequencies, overtime rules, tips, commissions, bonuses, garnishments, deductions, benefits, PTO, job costing, and general ledger integration.
—
Jen L’estrange,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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These ornaments were originally intended to symbolize speed, elegance and technological optimism.
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In one clip, Horner could be seen holding a ring box that had been hung like an ornament on a Christmas tree.
Noun
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The pop-up will display 20 pieces designed by Musa, as well as art depicting the dental ornamentation.
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Even the rarest materials—Basra pearls, Golconda diamonds—get new life in a striking pair of earrings from Santi that mimic Maharaja ornamentation without feeling like ancient relics.
Noun
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Minimize decorations if your storage is displayed.
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Dotted across Saudi Arabia’s dark green home jersey are symmetrical lavender squares or diamond shapes, a tribute to doorway decoration — namely geometric, triangular architecture — commonly seen in homes in the kingdom.
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There will be plenty of chances for Swain to break down defenders and attempt to wow on his way to the basket — but those moments will be a garnish rather than the main entree of his rookie season.
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For a pretty presentation, save some of the green fennel fronds to use as a garnish.
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“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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