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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
This kitchen is classic with gray countertops, silver pendants, and white Shaker-style cabinets.
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Lauren Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
Hamilton is seeing demand for diamond pinky rings, pendants and unconventional designs featuring mixed gemstones, asymmetry and unexpected stone settings.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The team also recovered two prehistoric pendants, a human finger bone, and a baby tooth belonging to a child about 11 years old.
—ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026
The pendants have since ceased production following Meta's acquisition, though the company promised to support existing users for a year following the acquisition.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 31 May 2026
Every day, visitors arrive to dress in robes richly embroidered with phoenixes and adorn themselves with jade and pearl pendants and gold fingernail guards like those worn in imperial China.
—ABC News, 30 May 2026
Extravagant, sculptural pendants and light fixtures anchor each and every room with a not-so-quiet drama.
—Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The brand is best known for punky silver bracelets, carabiners, pendants and signet rings, all handcrafted in Bali and sold online.
—Ardian Wibisono, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The collection is 14 pieces altogether, and runs the gamut from petite side tables to minimalist pendants.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
Lauren Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
Hamilton is seeing demand for diamond pinky rings, pendants and unconventional designs featuring mixed gemstones, asymmetry and unexpected stone settings.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The team also recovered two prehistoric pendants, a human finger bone, and a baby tooth belonging to a child about 11 years old.
—ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026
The pendants have since ceased production following Meta's acquisition, though the company promised to support existing users for a year following the acquisition.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 31 May 2026
Every day, visitors arrive to dress in robes richly embroidered with phoenixes and adorn themselves with jade and pearl pendants and gold fingernail guards like those worn in imperial China.
—ABC News, 30 May 2026
Extravagant, sculptural pendants and light fixtures anchor each and every room with a not-so-quiet drama.
—Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The brand is best known for punky silver bracelets, carabiners, pendants and signet rings, all handcrafted in Bali and sold online.
—Ardian Wibisono, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The collection is 14 pieces altogether, and runs the gamut from petite side tables to minimalist pendants.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pendants
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But subsequent replacement vicars — Will Davenport (Tom Brittney) in Seasons 5-9 and Alphy Kotteram (Rishi Nair) in Seasons 9-11 — each find their way to Geordie’s side, bringing their own charms, detectival insights and personal woes.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Dress it up with funky bag charms for a more maximalist look.—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
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Often mixed in to the beat are noisemakers like matracas – wooden objects in the shape of flags that produce a loud clacking sound when spun – and plastic horns called cornetas, which fans use to keep the matches animated from start to finish.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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The bus stopped briefly at the entrance to the Tijuana airport, where around 20 or so Iran fans waved flags.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Then, there are the not-so-literal summer jewelry trends, including bold bangles, which were seen stacked to the gods on Kim Shui's fall runway.—
Frances Solá-Santiago,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
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Whether paired with vintage couture on the Croisette à la Hadid or for everyday wear sans a private yacht, the model makes a convincing case for piling on the bangles once again.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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Two banners protesting against his leadership were removed by security during the 2-0 victory against Real Oviedo on May 14.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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According to AllRecipes, Walmart’s new beverages feature colorful packaging resembling papel picado, traditional Mexican paper banners, while flavors such as grapefruit and apple echo brands like Jarritos and Sidral Mundet.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Trade drab colors with 44 percent off floral prints, and bulky hoodies for something a little more lightweight to beat those nightly chills and airplane cabin temperatures—this one by Faherty is 25 percent off for a limited time.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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The spectral figures, marked by their sarong colors, imagined Zodiacs, doshas and more, operate haunto-structurally.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Under Cox, the Braves became one of baseball’s defining dynasties — winning 14 consecutive division titles, five National League pennants and the 1995 World Series.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Cox led the Braves to 14 consecutive division titles from 1991 to 2005, including five National League pennants and the 1995 World Series title.—
Matt Lavietes,
NBC news,
9 May 2026
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“Pendants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendants. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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