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
Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
After six decades of cuts, trims, stories and laughter, Ramona’s beloved barber Wayne Channon has retired.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
In Germany, pricing starts at €71,990 (about US$84,000) and rises to around €95,000 ($110,000) for higher trims.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Which popular vehicles feature auto start-stop Several new vehicles come standard with the auto start-stop feature in certain trims including full-size trucks, small SUVs, and more.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard with all trims.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
Interior trims range from basic to luxurious, but all feature easy to use controls, physical switches and dials for key functions and one of the auto industry’s best touch screens and infotainment systems.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Remember to book in for regular trims every six weeks.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025
Data Analysis – Drives productivity gains, trims staffing needs over time, and reduces IT costs by replacing less efficient platforms.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 1 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 Sport and Performance trims are both available with 9-speed automatic transmissions or 6-speed manual transmissions, while the NISMO is only available with the 9-speed automatic.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
After six decades of cuts, trims, stories and laughter, Ramona’s beloved barber Wayne Channon has retired.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
In Germany, pricing starts at €71,990 (about US$84,000) and rises to around €95,000 ($110,000) for higher trims.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Which popular vehicles feature auto start-stop Several new vehicles come standard with the auto start-stop feature in certain trims including full-size trucks, small SUVs, and more.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard with all trims.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
Interior trims range from basic to luxurious, but all feature easy to use controls, physical switches and dials for key functions and one of the auto industry’s best touch screens and infotainment systems.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Remember to book in for regular trims every six weeks.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025
Data Analysis – Drives productivity gains, trims staffing needs over time, and reduces IT costs by replacing less efficient platforms.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
Skip the pricey groomer visits and messy bathroom trims with this Labor Day deal.
—Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 1 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
Noun
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This joins lots of new individual ornaments and other cosmetics and on top of all of this, Bright Dust prices for armor have gone up as Bungie tries to drain those reserves.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The treasure consists of more than 40 coins and several ancient ornaments made of precious metals, according to the MNIR's announcement.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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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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To accomplish this, Barton turned to the fundamental dance technique of spotting, where the dancer finds a focal point in front of them and whips their head around to hold that focus spot and keep themself centered.—
Oliver Sava,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
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Wind whips both the sound waves and temperatures around, so bring a blanket even if it’s not forecast to rain or hail.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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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
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Those varying responses often have an offsetting effect that shaves off the most extreme edges of the group’s volatility.—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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An abstract profile of her decorates the annual tournament poster.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Nearly every garish flight of fancy that decorates the frame is a distraction while the majority of the film does little more than rotely dramatize Kafka’s biography.—
Sam Bodrojan,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The park has welcomed various new parades, shows, decorations, merch and more to commemorate the milestone occasion.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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If warm autumn hues like red, orange, and yellow clash with your home's cool exterior, opt for grassy decorations that complement an earthy facade.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Providing a narrow network or mail-order-only option defeats the purpose.—
Wendy Barnes,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Getting vaccinated too early defeats the purpose.—
Eileen Finan,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 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 17 Sep. 2025.
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