necklaces

plural 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 necklaces With metallic outfits and coordinating accessories, including silver hooped earrings, sparkling necklaces, super-cool shades, silver heels, and a beaded purse, Barbie Deluxe’s look is one that reigns supreme. Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 Looped around the necks of models and industry insiders, pendant necklaces had a commanding presence on the runways and the streets. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025 It Game Small but luxe, this velvet jewelry box neatly organizes rings, earrings, and necklaces—without the tangles. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025 Shine All Season Long with These Jewelry Essentials BaubleBar’s sale section is brimming with jewelry finds to change up your looks this season, from necklaces and bracelets to head-turning earrings. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025 The star finished the laidback look with gold pendant necklaces, rosy sunglasses, and a pair of flat black flip-flops. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025 Plumerias, whose fragrant blooms are strung together in Hawaiian flower necklaces called leis, eventually grow into 15-foot trees. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025 Two or more pieces can be attached together thanks to this novel element, forming necklaces or even belts. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025 The brand showcased new versions of its viral Kisslock bag and mini coin purses worn as necklaces (plus, more print media, with tiny books in the form of earrings and bag charms). Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
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Noun
  • Another option for hot sleepers, the Mint mattress from Tuft & Needle uses T&N Adaptive foam with 30% extra heat-wicking graphite and cooling gel beads for additional breathability.
    Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Highlights include a reversible slide with climbing rocks, rock wall, rope ladder, swing, and interactive panel with gears and beads.
    Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Outerwear is a key focus in the collection featuring six jackets, including two styles with sheepskin-shearling collars.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
  • The collars also send data to the herd’s owner, Adam Ricci of Cloud Brook Grazing.
    Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025

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“Necklaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklaces. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

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