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
Some of Saar’s leather necklaces are reminiscent of tribal loincloths, in a triangle shape that comes to a point, dyed and stitched in various colors.
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Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
From $15 million necklaces sourced from personal jewelry boxes, to intricate headpieces, to one-of-a-kind body necklaces, see the most dramatic (and eye-poppingly expensive) pieces of jewelry at the 2026 Met Gala.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Using a tension rod and helpful S hooks, display everything from hats to scarves to necklaces and handbags.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026
The ring is already taken care of, but earrings, bracelets, and necklaces are an opportunity to get a little more creative.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Court documents said the suspects attempted to rob Peoples and his girlfriend of their necklaces.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
On her formal encounters with presidents and other foreign leaders, Elizabeth would bedazzle with her tiaras, earrings and necklaces, heavy with history and laden with priceless jewels.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
To blend in, leave big hoop earrings and statement necklaces at home.
—Jamie Davis Smith, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Opt for on-trend hues of light blue, pink, and lime green, or oversized shell and bead necklaces for your getaway.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
From $15 million necklaces sourced from personal jewelry boxes, to intricate headpieces, to one-of-a-kind body necklaces, see the most dramatic (and eye-poppingly expensive) pieces of jewelry at the 2026 Met Gala.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Using a tension rod and helpful S hooks, display everything from hats to scarves to necklaces and handbags.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026
The ring is already taken care of, but earrings, bracelets, and necklaces are an opportunity to get a little more creative.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Court documents said the suspects attempted to rob Peoples and his girlfriend of their necklaces.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
On her formal encounters with presidents and other foreign leaders, Elizabeth would bedazzle with her tiaras, earrings and necklaces, heavy with history and laden with priceless jewels.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
To blend in, leave big hoop earrings and statement necklaces at home.
—Jamie Davis Smith, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Opt for on-trend hues of light blue, pink, and lime green, or oversized shell and bead necklaces for your getaway.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklaces
Noun
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His jaw tightened as beads of sweat gleamed on his forehead.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Sleep Foundation notes that weighted blankets can contain glass beads, plastic pellets, ball bearings or other materials, and the choice of filler directly affects how warm the blanket sleeps.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The glove can also be used to steam shirt collars, cuffs, and other details.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
4 May 2026
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They are named for the collars of reddish-brown fur around their necks, according to the Smithsonian's National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Necklaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklaces. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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