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a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a collection of fragile ornamentals kept in a glass cabinet
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Recent Examples of ornamentals
The beds are planted with a mix of edibles and ornamentals that can be enjoyed from the sitting area.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
According to the Environmental Protection Association, neem is safe for use on vegetables and food plants as well as ornamentals.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Update ornamentals This is THE time of year to add new plants to your garden — or plant a completely new garden.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025
Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
According to the Environmental Protection Association, neem is safe for use on vegetables and food plants as well as ornamentals.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Update ornamentals This is THE time of year to add new plants to your garden — or plant a completely new garden.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornamentals
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Partnering with denim heads, particularly ones with an online following, has become an authentic and transparent way for these companies to communicate their new novelties and innovations to the end consumer.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Feb. 2026
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The latest Coco Crush novelties feature the supple necklace and choker along with Signatures creations with the Ruban and Comète collections.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Callahan's of Calabash is the place for nautical gifts, tees, homemade fudge, and Christmas ornaments.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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Stones that fail Brown’s checks become ornaments for the home or garden, scrap pieces of granite are turned into bottle stops, cheese boards and coasters.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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This will leave you space to bring home the souvenirs that will always remind you of Lisbon.—
Natalie Hammond,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Downtown Boone is the perfect place to go for souvenirs from your time in Western North Carolina.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Whether antiques, cherished knickknacks, or heirlooms, items that are very delicate and/or precious to the customer are typically items house cleaners won’t want to mess with in order to cut down the risk of damaging them.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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Displaying books, plants, and knickknacks in your office looks extra stylish with this set of four wall cubbies; the top of each cubby offers extra open space to store even more items.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2026
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There are corsets, puffed sleeves and little old timey trinkets that speak of her and co-star Jacob Elordi’s bond.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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BaubleBar debuted new trinkets and accessories inspired by the characters; Brooks Brothers launched a capsule collection with Snoopy dressed up in a bowtie, and more brands showcased unique spins on the beloved characters.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Kate's Upstate The go-to boutique for fashion finds in the village, Kate’s Upstate is the place to pick up cozy sweaters, dresses, sparkly baubles, and attire for the whole family.—
Linnea Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Rather than styling these eye-catching picks with, say, a gold-lamé number, nod at the ’80s in a more contemporary way with oversized blazers, pleated pants, relaxed button-downs, and cigarette jeans; these baubles stand out against a more understated backdrop.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Ornamentals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornamentals. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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