as in clocks
a device to measure time
the only timepiece she used at the cabin was a garden sundial
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Recent Examples of timepieces
But some of the most compelling timepieces unveiled at this year’s annual Watches & Wonders tradeshow in Geneva were designed to put their inner workings on display.
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
For more than 45 years, Hublot has remained a boundary-pusher in the world of watches — with its industry-disrupting gold and rubber timepieces.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
Instead, Richard Sears bought the timepieces, marked them up a few dollars and sold them to agents down the railroad line for less than retail stores' prices.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The number of timepieces in this style — slim, formal with simple dials in gold, silver and often with a leather strap, like the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony or a vintage Seiko — bought by those aged between 14 and 28 has risen 44% since 2018.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Some actors are better at it than others, while some of them have turned the ability to show off their pricey timepieces into an art form.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
The luxury-watch manufacturer launched its Watchmaking Training Center in 2023, and in the years since has trained dozens in the art of making timepieces.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
This affordable option for storing your favorite timepieces includes removable watch pillows for keeping all your watches tucked away and in tip-top shape.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 2 Jan. 2025
Luxury Watches The luxury watch market has grown significantly, with certain timepieces from certain brands gaining cult-like followings and considerable resale value.
—Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
For more than 45 years, Hublot has remained a boundary-pusher in the world of watches — with its industry-disrupting gold and rubber timepieces.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
Instead, Richard Sears bought the timepieces, marked them up a few dollars and sold them to agents down the railroad line for less than retail stores' prices.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The number of timepieces in this style — slim, formal with simple dials in gold, silver and often with a leather strap, like the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony or a vintage Seiko — bought by those aged between 14 and 28 has risen 44% since 2018.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Some actors are better at it than others, while some of them have turned the ability to show off their pricey timepieces into an art form.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
The luxury-watch manufacturer launched its Watchmaking Training Center in 2023, and in the years since has trained dozens in the art of making timepieces.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
This affordable option for storing your favorite timepieces includes removable watch pillows for keeping all your watches tucked away and in tip-top shape.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 2 Jan. 2025
Luxury Watches The luxury watch market has grown significantly, with certain timepieces from certain brands gaining cult-like followings and considerable resale value.
—Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timepieces
clocks
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Other trendy touches include Tivoli radio-style Bluetooth speakers, Japanese Lemnos clocks, playful contemporary Hong Kong artworks, and mini-bars stuffed with local brands such as Loveramics ceramics, Elephant Grounds coffee pods, and Conspiracy chocolate bars.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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And some interactions — most notably, particles interacting through the weak force — exhibit asymmetries when particles are replaced with antiparticles, when reflected in a mirror, or when their clocks are run backward instead of forward.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Apr. 2026
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