kickshaws

plural of kickshaw
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as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury the company's holiday party always features an array of artfully confected kickshaws

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Noun
  • While the company has changed its product over the years, from produce to ornamentals, he's always grown to serve his local community.
    Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 25 June 2026
  • Many of the plants on this list can be interplanted with ornamentals in garden beds and around your patio or deck.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • The market offers fresh breads, ice cream, Chinese, Mexican and Filipino food and many other treats.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Instead of tightening a leash or pushing on a dog’s back to force them to do a trick, pooches are commonly rewarded with treats, toys or positive affirmations.
    Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Saleh sometimes leads painting workshops where participants can decorate items like ornaments and lampshades.
    Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • For the past decade, Heidi Vermilyea has been in charge of the parade souvenirs, selling hats, t-shirts, and Christmas tree ornaments out of a blue trailer.
    Susan Bence, NPR, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • Yet the Village People’s hits endured in a way few other disco novelties could, forever blasted out at weddings and occasionally ill-fitting public events.
    Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 July 2026
  • The 2026 edition was one for the books, with a record 66 houses showcasing their latest novelties to around 60,000 visitors in Geneva and nearly 1 billion online.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
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“Kickshaws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kickshaws. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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