variants also pendent
Definition of pendantnext
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as in charm
an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist Navajo necklaces with pendants finely crafted in genuine sky-blue turquoise

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Recent Examples of pendant There’s halo-like bantu knots and braids that swirl like jeweled pendants, and intricate curtains of cornrows. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025 Special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays (not to mention just-because surprises) all shine a little brighter with a new pendant or ring. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 9 Dec. 2025 Limitless makes a small, AI-powered pendant that can record conversations and generate summaries. Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025 At the time of the report, the pendant had not been recovered. Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pendant
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Noun
  • Once can combine a gold chain for a necklace or bracelet with pieces from a wide assortment of medallions, charms, initials, and other designs with talisman appeal.
    Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
  • This on-sale pick has a spacious lower shelf for books, remotes, and other essentials, and its wood-grain finish adds a rustic charm.
    Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Starboard doubles down on brand partnerships Starboard’s 2026 strategy falls within the summit’s banner—Unleash the Potential—with messaging along the broad themes of celebration, education, and inspiration.
    Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Pic is produced by Earth Mama producer Shirley O’Connor and Emily Gotto under the UK banner Pilea Pictures, and co-produced by Wendy Griffin.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • As for costume jewelry, bakelite bangles and brooches can be extremely valuable if the design is rare.
    Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
  • An abstract diamond choker, diamond bubble earrings, and a stack of bangle bracelets added some extra shine to her look.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • This all-season garden flag stand is $3 and can be used year round.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
  • So feel free to exchange God for Holy, Arabness for Islam, sect and ethnicity for nation and state, or Palestine’s flag for a watermelon.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026

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“Pendant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendant. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.

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