necklace

Definition of necklacenext
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 Test out the waters with fun accessories, like this cool Farm Rio tote or a cute shell necklace. Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 17 June 2026 Prices range from $367 for a ring to upward of $1,000 for necklaces. Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 16 June 2026 Packing necklaces is the trickiest part about traveling with jewelry, but a rolling organizer helps. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 The woman got out of the car, walked up to the victim and placed a necklace around her neck, police said, adding that the woman removed the victim’s necklace at the same time. Jason Green, Mercury News, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for necklace
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Noun
  • The beads buff away the rough surface, while the AHAs get deeper into the pores to prevent new bumps from forming.
    Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 14 June 2026
  • The collectible bands feature customizable beads inspired by the World Cup and are available on a first come, first served basis at participating locations.
    Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • During sessions, an external power and communication module sat over the implant in a soft cloth collar, controlling stimulation triggering and wirelessly powering the device.
    Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
  • Elsewhere, the collection revisits Van Cleef’s greatest hits, including the Dèese ailée Mystérieuse set in 18-karat white and rose gold, decked with rubies in the house’s Traditional Mystery Setting, and lined in diamonds in a wing-like collar design.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Statement accessories like Juju Vera’s coin choker elevate the look without doing too much.
    Minty Mellon, Vogue, 12 June 2026
  • Wear it with a clutch bag and a choker for the perfect MOG or MOB look.
    Alexandra Malmed, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • According to the company’s website, the business sells precious and semi-precious crystal pendants, carvings and chains.
    Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
  • Ring highlights include 50 white diamonds around the logo in honor of the team's 50th season, a piece of a game ball inside the ring, a removable topper that can be used as a chain pendant and much more.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026

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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklace. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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