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
Nothing ruins the excitement of accessorizing for vacation faster than arriving to a tangled pile of necklaces at the bottom of a toiletry bag.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The strapless purple dress with necklaces and hair in a really high braid.
—Tanisha Bhat, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Like Biles, Owens completed the outfit with silver necklaces, a matching bracelet, and white sneakers.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Earrings, necklaces and bracelets are all designed to withstand sweat, water, and everyday wear, perfect for the beach, pool, workouts and beyond.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Some come with matching pendant necklaces or bracelets; others are unique, handmade pieces.
—Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 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
Six months later, police say the man who stole the rings, watches, bracelets and necklaces once worked in the JP home as a caretaker.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
Sabalenka layered other necklaces and wore statement stud earrings with her 2026 French Open tennis kit as well.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The strapless purple dress with necklaces and hair in a really high braid.
—Tanisha Bhat, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Like Biles, Owens completed the outfit with silver necklaces, a matching bracelet, and white sneakers.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Earrings, necklaces and bracelets are all designed to withstand sweat, water, and everyday wear, perfect for the beach, pool, workouts and beyond.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Some come with matching pendant necklaces or bracelets; others are unique, handmade pieces.
—Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 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
Six months later, police say the man who stole the rings, watches, bracelets and necklaces once worked in the JP home as a caretaker.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
Sabalenka layered other necklaces and wore statement stud earrings with her 2026 French Open tennis kit as well.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklaces
Noun
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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
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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
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The bears were tagged and fitted with GPS collars so officials could track the success of the program.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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The rescue is also urging all adopters of its Ridglan beagles to ensure their collars are properly set up and used at all times, stressing that these safety measures are critical for animals still adjusting to life outside confinement.—
Skyler Shepard,
Sun Sentinel,
10 June 2026
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“Necklaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklaces. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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