Thesaurus results for NECKLACE

necklace

noun

ˈne-kləs

Definition of necklace

as in beads

an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her

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Recent Examples of necklace The rare artifacts taken from the famed museum include jewelry owned by Napoleon III’s wife Empress Eugénie and a royal sapphire tiara, necklace, and matching earring owned by Queen Marie-Amélie, the last queen of France. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 July 2026 The actress relies on simple styling formulas—think wedges, pendant necklaces, aviator sunglasses, and neutral accessories—to make minimalist outfits feel elevated and endlessly wearable. — Samantha Sutton, InStyle, 22 July 2026 The jewel thieves’ spoils, all of which are still missing, include a sapphire necklace worn by Napoleon Bonaparte’s stepdaughter and an emerald necklace covered with more than 1,000 diamonds. — News Desk, Artforum, 22 July 2026 Either way, Ettika nails this jewelry trend with this three-piece layered necklace. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for necklace

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To achieve this, Biehl suggests starting with grounding elements such as sand, stones, coffee beans, moss, or wood beads.

— Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
In many African countries, couples’ families will exchange ornate jewelry or beads instead.

— Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 17 July 2026

Definition of beads

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Larger versions can be worn as chokers or hung from a long boho-style cord, while smaller ones are perfect for layering.

— Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026
Ciara modeled a sheer Celia Kritharioti gown dripping in crystal embellishments, matching its gold hue to her statement jewelry, which included a sculpted choker and giant rings that wrapped around her torso.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 17 July 2026

Definition of choker

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Circadian scores translate your body’s 24-hour internal clock into a daily readout, and a wave of rings, pendants and apps is racing to make that clock visible on your wrist.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026
There’s jewelry, pendants, pens, bracelets, watches…Will all those things pan out?

— Sam Jacobs, Time, 21 July 2026

Definition of pendant

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