as in ornaments
something that decorates or beautifies
added a little trim to her cocktail dress to make it a little fancier
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as in masters
to achieve a victory over
a speed skater who consistently trimmed all his competition
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as in whips
to defeat by a large margin
they trimmed our team by 40 points
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as in shaves
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
trimmed her bangs
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as in decorates
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
trim a tree for Christmas
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as in organizes
to make neat
trimmed the shrubbery in order to enhance the house's curb appeal
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Recent Examples of trims
Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
In 2024, the American firm released a collaboration with the lifestyle brand founded by Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz, which included a collection of fabrics, wall coverings and trims that reflect her eclectic runway fashions and South American spirit.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
There are six solid color options available, but the other 11 styles that have stripes and contrasting trims are much more popular.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
The 2025 Ford Mustang comes in six trims and starts at $31,920 with the EcoBoost Fastback base model.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
But despite rumors that Tesla might finally release the $25,000 model that CEO Elon Musk has been teasing since 2020, the new trims are well above that price, and sacrifice a few features.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
With its new Standard trims, Tesla has technically delivered on its promise of more affordable cars, but only on paper.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
The Silverado 1500 comes in several trims including some off-road variants.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Oct. 2025
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard on most trims as well.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
Charles Singh, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Some popular models that may require mid-grade Plus fuel include some Dodge Charger and Jeep Grand Cherokee trims.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
The move trims the quarterback room down to four players, including Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
The Navigator comes in standard and long wheelbase, the Navigator L option, as well as the Reserve Edition and the high end Black Label trims.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
In 2024, the American firm released a collaboration with the lifestyle brand founded by Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz, which included a collection of fabrics, wall coverings and trims that reflect her eclectic runway fashions and South American spirit.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
There are six solid color options available, but the other 11 styles that have stripes and contrasting trims are much more popular.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
The 2025 Ford Mustang comes in six trims and starts at $31,920 with the EcoBoost Fastback base model.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
But despite rumors that Tesla might finally release the $25,000 model that CEO Elon Musk has been teasing since 2020, the new trims are well above that price, and sacrifice a few features.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
With its new Standard trims, Tesla has technically delivered on its promise of more affordable cars, but only on paper.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
The Silverado 1500 comes in several trims including some off-road variants.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Oct. 2025
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard on most trims as well.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
Some popular models that may require mid-grade Plus fuel include some Dodge Charger and Jeep Grand Cherokee trims.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Some popular models that may require mid-grade Plus fuel include some Dodge Charger and Jeep Grand Cherokee trims.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
The move trims the quarterback room down to four players, including Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trims
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The event features nearly two dozen local artisans and small businesses selling their goods, ranging from ornaments, decor and jewelry to soaps, quilts and baked goods.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Humphrey merch popped up — hats, T-shirts, Christmas ornaments and even shot glasses went up for sale at bait shops and gas stations.—
Helen Harlan,
Sacbee.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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This storied sandwich is served each year at the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia; and many have long tried to replicate the recipe, which seemingly masters the perfect ratio of ingredients for classic egg salad.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
23 Aug. 2025
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Focus is difficult and hardly anyone masters the skill.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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In the video, Campos whips her long hair in disbelief.—
Christina Noriega,
Refinery29,
13 Oct. 2025
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So unless Benito uncharacteristically whips out a slate of cover songs, his set will be entirely in Spanish.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In one scene, Johnson’s character goes to the barber shop and shaves his hair.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Pro gaming mouse shaves off 24%, packing ultra-light speed and switches that keep up with endless gaming sessions without slowing you down.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The mural decorates the north side of the building facing Oak Middle School.—
Jeff Gritchen,
Oc Register,
29 Sep. 2025
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Her husband sold some of the rare Stephen King memorabilia that decorates their home.—
Kate Snow,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
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The tree comes with a stand and would look incredible covered in monochromatic decorations.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Oct. 2025
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She was pictured next to two of her friends and in front of a few decorations for Diwali.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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True What color does the Honmoon turn when HUNTR/X defeats the Saja Boys?—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
17 Oct. 2025
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See video … WATCH CHARLIE HURT – Shutting the government down defeats the whole purpose of the Democratic Party.—
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FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Ukraine bombs Russian energy infrastructure to defend civilians and destroy the Kremlin war machine.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Oct. 2025
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Remind them their worth is non-negotiable When your child fails — gets cut from the team, bombs a test — remind them their value isn't up for debate.—
Jennifer Breheny Wallace,
CNBC,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Trims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trims. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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