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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 banners
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
When Marie Curie’s new glowing discovery first hit the market, jewelers embedded radium in pendants and bracelets and sold them as chic wellness accessories—until decades later, people started dying of cancer.
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Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
In addition to airy, open pendants over your island, Sigmon loves to incorporate undercabinet lighting.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
The small shade size is ideal for a table lamp shade, while the larger option is great for pendants and floor lamps.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
Amazon has decadent glass pendants that give a floral look.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Nipped-waist blazers and horseshoe-like pendants lent Ashlyn’s runway a hint of the equestrian.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025
Over time these pieces – rings, pendants, lockets and brooches — came to symbolize general tokens of affection or protection.
—Rima Suqi, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Always up front are bangles, pendants, shoulder scrapers and her favorite night accessory — an elegant 18-karat gold minaudière.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Typically, cords hang like pendants from one thick primary strand.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 13 Aug. 2025
Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
In addition to airy, open pendants over your island, Sigmon loves to incorporate undercabinet lighting.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
The small shade size is ideal for a table lamp shade, while the larger option is great for pendants and floor lamps.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
Amazon has decadent glass pendants that give a floral look.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Nipped-waist blazers and horseshoe-like pendants lent Ashlyn’s runway a hint of the equestrian.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025
Over time these pieces – rings, pendants, lockets and brooches — came to symbolize general tokens of affection or protection.
—Rima Suqi, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Always up front are bangles, pendants, shoulder scrapers and her favorite night accessory — an elegant 18-karat gold minaudière.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Typically, cords hang like pendants from one thick primary strand.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pendants
Noun
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For a bit of movement, Isabel Marant’s tassel can be clipped to a bag alongside other charms.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
2 Oct. 2025
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Shoppers can choose from two different pairs of Crocs and a set of M&Ms charms to decorate their new or current clogs.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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Those banners were recently removed, replaced with Toronto’s postseason paraphernalia.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Thousands of fans waited for hours in the sun outside the venue, holding signs, banners and balloons — chanting, screaming and hoping to catch a glimpse of the star.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Always up front are bangles, pendants, shoulder scrapers and her favorite night accessory — an elegant 18-karat gold minaudière.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
25 Aug. 2025
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Hidden in the brand’s sale section are dozens of (literal) gems, including this now-$14 birthstone necklace, goes- with -everything gold bangles, and other stylish accessories.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The first infraction negated an interception by safety Jevon Holland, as cornerback Deonte Banks dragged wide receiver Chris Olave to the ground, prompting multiple flags.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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How long will flags be at half-staff in Wisconsin?—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Washington won back-to-back American League pennants for the Rangers in 2010 and 2011.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Yet there is still a whiff of old-fashioned British grandeur about the production, with its fluttering pennants, Norman kite shields, and mounted knights.—
Will Collins,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Pendants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendants. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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