knickknack

variants also nicknack

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Recent Examples of knickknack Think of all the physical media (DVDs, magazines, books, records), plus remote controls, gaming systems and knickknacks. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Aug. 2025 Opposite the games, neon Pac-Man lights adorn the wall just above the bookcase, which holds dozens of books and other knickknacks reminiscent of the period. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 8 Aug. 2025 Tired of lining Instagram owner Mark Zuckerberg’s pockets without any return, Tapia recently spearheaded the work to open an accompanying online shop, the Los Feliz General Store, which sells shirts and knickknacks. Nate Rogers, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025 In our woeful orthography, choir, and liar rhyme, daughter and laughter don’t, and knickknack has four—count them, four—entirely useless K’s. Gabe Henry, Time, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knickknack
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knickknack
Noun
  • Another garden mainstay, marigolds bloom from early summer through fall, and they're cherished as ornamentals as well as pest-repelling companion plants.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
  • Mealybugs can affect all types of crops, ornamentals, and houseplants, including succulents and cacti.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • Their distinctive products include lowball tumblers, decanters, and pitchers as well as decor like holiday ornaments.
    Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Start by selecting a focal point, such as the Grand Duchess Tree or a statement yard piece, then build around it using garlands, mini trees, or complementary ornaments.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025

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“Knickknack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knickknack. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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