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also pendents
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as in charms
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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as in flags
chiefly British
a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling
a pendant that once flew on Nelson's flagship
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Recent Examples of pendants
Restoring or painting old fixtures and pendants is another way to add something new to your home without spending a lot of money.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Maybe pagan Vikings liked wearing pendants showing Christian saints as a way to assimilate into East Anglia’s largely Christian population?
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
Consider a statement chandelier above the dining table, dazzling pendants above the island, or a unique sconce on the wall.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
The LifeFone and LifeStation pendants maxed out at 100 and 150 feet outside, respectively.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Hunt for singular treasures at Queenstown Market, a pop-up Saturday affair with 40 or so waterfront stalls stocked with handmade crafts, such as greenstone pendants, the traditional Maori talisman carved in symbolic shapes for protection, prosperity or friendship (from 149 dollars).
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
The collection has since expanded to include candles, body sprays, and perfume pendants.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Pop Mart also released the Labubu x Sanrio Characters Series, featuring Labubu vinyl plush pendants dressed as Sanrio characters Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pochacco and Pompompurin.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Long, layered pendants and strands of pearls work well with both knits and ladylike jackets, as seen here.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Maybe pagan Vikings liked wearing pendants showing Christian saints as a way to assimilate into East Anglia’s largely Christian population?
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
Consider a statement chandelier above the dining table, dazzling pendants above the island, or a unique sconce on the wall.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
The LifeFone and LifeStation pendants maxed out at 100 and 150 feet outside, respectively.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Hunt for singular treasures at Queenstown Market, a pop-up Saturday affair with 40 or so waterfront stalls stocked with handmade crafts, such as greenstone pendants, the traditional Maori talisman carved in symbolic shapes for protection, prosperity or friendship (from 149 dollars).
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
The collection has since expanded to include candles, body sprays, and perfume pendants.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Pop Mart also released the Labubu x Sanrio Characters Series, featuring Labubu vinyl plush pendants dressed as Sanrio characters Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pochacco and Pompompurin.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Long, layered pendants and strands of pearls work well with both knits and ladylike jackets, as seen here.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pendants
Noun
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Coach has also leaned into the customization craze with the creation of dozens of bag charms, some priced as low as $20.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Storm Reid and Bella Hadid are also fans of the silhouette, spotted at fashion week or personalizing theirs with whimsical bag charms.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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To help homeowners and contractors dig safely, utility companies and municipalities will mark the locations of the lines with colored flags or nontoxic spray paint.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Iran’s semiofficial Tasnim news agency reported two more tankers, sailing under the flags of Botswana and Angola, were forced to turn back by Iran’s forces on Sunday.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These billowy, cloud-like separates take on a boho-glam spin with gold bangles, chunky hoops, and a calf-hair bag.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
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Marble bathroom sinks are based on the balconies of a nearby art deco building, while even the distinctive bedposts are modelled on the chunky bangles worn by local writer and activist Nancy Cunard, heiress to the shipping empire.—
Siobhan Grogan,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The singular accomplishment of doubling up the number of Nuggets’ banners will cut Jokic in front of Steph Curry, Hakeem Olajuwon, Jerry West, Kevin Durant and Oscar Robertson.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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As the Sabres opened practice Thursday, Buffalo city workers began hanging playoff banners on lamp posts lining Washington Street leading to the team’s arena entrance.—
John Wawrow,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The screen protector maintains vibrant, accurate screen colors and touch sensitivity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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But don’t hesitate to shop — many colors and sizes are selling quickly.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These subjective calls decided at-bats, games, seasons and pennants — and, naturally, stirred endless debate.—
The Sports Desk,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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In his six seasons in Baltimore, Frank Robinson helped the Orioles win four league pennants.—
Raymond Daniel Burke,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Pendants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendants. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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