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leis

noun

plural of lei

as in necklaces

an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck we were presented with flowery leis as soon as we stepped off the plane in Hawaii

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necklaces

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Thankfully, that’s not the case (pun intended) with this travel jewelry case, which features dedicated compartments and sections for rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

— Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2026
Though there are many souvenir shops with kitschy moai and colorful shell necklaces, for top local craftsmanship, seek out the paintings, woodcarvings, and jewelry at Mana Gallery, on the north end of Hanga Roa.

— Mark Johanson, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026

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