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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
The team also recovered two prehistoric pendants, a human finger bone, and a baby tooth belonging to a child about 11 years old.
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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 rings and pendants are set in gold and adorned with precious stones.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 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
But the more intensive, multi-day sessions include instruction in how to make chef’s knives, bush knives, pendants, jewelry and more.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 14 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
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 rings and pendants are set in gold and adorned with precious stones.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 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
But the more intensive, multi-day sessions include instruction in how to make chef’s knives, bush knives, pendants, jewelry and more.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 14 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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For years, yacht charter clients seeking the charms of the Mediterranean tended to split into two camps.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Few shoes can measure up to their breathability and cushy comfort, plus the chance to personalize them with Crocs’ Jibbitz charms is hard to pass up.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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That vision came to life during the festival that followed the walk; attendees danced to live music and children weaved through the crowd waving pride flags.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Lines of cars inch forward with flags draped from windows, their horns blaring in rhythm with rousing chants.—
Radier Odhiambo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 May 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 5 Jun. 2026.
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