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 shift reverses course on earlier plans to restart wage garnishments this month after a pandemic-era pause.
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Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
America Tax Group evaluates each client’s exposure to liens, levies, bank seizures, wage garnishments, audit adjustments, penalties, and other enforcement actions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 19 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
Collections on loans restarted in May and are typically done through wage garnishments and offsetting tax refunds or other federal benefits like Social Security.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2025
That includes calls, letters, lawsuits and wage garnishments.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
America Tax Group evaluates each client’s exposure to liens, levies, bank seizures, wage garnishments, audit adjustments, penalties, and other enforcement actions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 19 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
Collections on loans restarted in May and are typically done through wage garnishments and offsetting tax refunds or other federal benefits like Social Security.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2025
That includes calls, letters, lawsuits and wage garnishments.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishments
Noun
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Find jewelry, homewares, Christmas ornaments, gifts, and more at this artisan store, which represents many different craftsmakers and has two locations in town.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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But over the next 75 years, people kept tweaking the cocktail, hanging ornaments on it.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2026
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The open shelf keeps decorations on display and TV remotes handy, while the two drawers underneath offer chic hiding spots for clutter when unexpected guests stop by.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2026
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Today, with the plush sofas and cozy decorations installed by the real estate folks tasked with selling the place, the house feels very much like a home.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2026
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Chives offer a milder flavor with thin, grass-like stems, often used raw as garnishes in salads, sauces, and soups.—
Aly Walansky,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
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According to the report findings, over three-quarters of survey participants (76 percent) value heightened, memorable experiences, as bars embrace edible pearls, metallic garnishes, fire presentations, and high-drama glassware.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
31 Dec. 2025
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The restaurateur’s identity is represented via cultural adornments, family photographs or artwork plastered along the walls.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
21 Jan. 2026
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The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
29 Dec. 2025
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“Garnishments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishments. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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