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 During a visit to the Christie NHS Foundation Trust, a leading cancer center in greater Manchester, the Princess of Wales wore her cobalt blue Eponine London coatdress with a lapis lazuli necklace that has a meaningful connection to the city. Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 9 June 2026 Check out Bond's current offerings on Moda Operandi, including pieces that caught our eye like the Mystic necklace, a tassel-like beaded number that's great for adding sparkle to your décolletage, or the Ophelia earrings, a truly unique set of dangling amethyst beauties. Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 9 June 2026 Boucheron, for instance, pulled an 1899 Belle Époque necklace commissioned by American Marie-Louise Mackay from its archives. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026 These red carpet-worthy pieces include dramatically draping diamond necklaces, icy diamond and ruby bracelets, superb emerald and diamond jewels and celestial sapphire and diamond rings. Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for necklace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklace
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 16 Jun. 2026.

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