as in ornaments
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 garnishments
The services can be useful, particularly after IRS notices have escalated to levies, liens or wage garnishments, or when the taxpayer feels overwhelmed navigating the process on their own.
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Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Once you're placed in CNC status, the IRS temporarily stops collection efforts — meaning no more wage garnishments or bank levies — though interest and penalties continue to accrue, and the IRS will reassess your financial situation periodically.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The shift reverses course on earlier plans to restart wage garnishments this month after a pandemic-era pause.
—Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
The announcement comes days after Secretary of Education Linda McMahon told reporters in Rhode Island that garnishments would be paused.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2026
With numbers this high, many families in North Carolina could see an impact once garnishments begin.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
In addition, involuntary wage garnishments and increasing interest rates were suspended.
—Tevon Blair, Essence, 9 Jan. 2026
For child support garnishments, the Texas Attorney General’s Child Support Division provides case information and payment options.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Once you're placed in CNC status, the IRS temporarily stops collection efforts — meaning no more wage garnishments or bank levies — though interest and penalties continue to accrue, and the IRS will reassess your financial situation periodically.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The shift reverses course on earlier plans to restart wage garnishments this month after a pandemic-era pause.
—Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
The announcement comes days after Secretary of Education Linda McMahon told reporters in Rhode Island that garnishments would be paused.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2026
With numbers this high, many families in North Carolina could see an impact once garnishments begin.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
In addition, involuntary wage garnishments and increasing interest rates were suspended.
—Tevon Blair, Essence, 9 Jan. 2026
For child support garnishments, the Texas Attorney General’s Child Support Division provides case information and payment options.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishments
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
Noun
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Among his awards and decorations were the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.—
ALLEN G. BREED,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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Among his awards and decorations were the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.—
Allen G. Breed,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This soup is smoky, spicy, and creamy, but garnishes like cilantro, sour cream, and radishes add great flavor and texture.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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Unsurprisingly, the meal ended with ice cream, served without toppings or garnishes.—
Alex Halberstadt,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The ring was created by designer Jean Schlumberger and served as a more casual alternative to Jackie's more dazzling adornments.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Instead, these timeless adornments can fit into everyday life.—
Malana VanTayler,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Garnishments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishments. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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