as in ornamentals
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
the top of his desk was littered with trinkets that were collected as souvenirs from various vacations
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Recent Examples of trinkets
There’s also an entire case of 33 trinkets to find and wear that impact each run, and a full menagerie of animal familiars to befriend who can follow players around and assist in battle.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
The latter is much more economical than the full box, of course, yet includes virtually all of the copious music (if none of the trinkets), save for a couple of tracks that appear to be exclusive to vinyl.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
This model even makes use of the bed frame itself, lining one of the support posts with cork to serve as a pinboard to display photos and memorable trinkets.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2025
Constructed from shatter-resistant plastic with adhesive rubber feet to attach to the bottom, the drawers are suitable for organizing just about anything, including cosmetics, snacks, pet food and treats, trinkets, laundry essentials, index cards, and more.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Junk in the Trunk sale will feature more than 46 vendors with treasures, trinkets and more.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 30 Aug. 2025
Charlie Hunnam will play the notorious murderer who, among other things, fashioned trinkets and furniture out of the corpses from robbed graves.
—Lucy Ford, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
Some items come across as tchotchke trinkets but others could fetch in excess of $100,000.
—Russ Wiles, AZCentral.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Layer in family heirlooms, travel souvenirs, or antique trinkets to create depth and personality.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
The latter is much more economical than the full box, of course, yet includes virtually all of the copious music (if none of the trinkets), save for a couple of tracks that appear to be exclusive to vinyl.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
This model even makes use of the bed frame itself, lining one of the support posts with cork to serve as a pinboard to display photos and memorable trinkets.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2025
Constructed from shatter-resistant plastic with adhesive rubber feet to attach to the bottom, the drawers are suitable for organizing just about anything, including cosmetics, snacks, pet food and treats, trinkets, laundry essentials, index cards, and more.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Junk in the Trunk sale will feature more than 46 vendors with treasures, trinkets and more.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 30 Aug. 2025
Charlie Hunnam will play the notorious murderer who, among other things, fashioned trinkets and furniture out of the corpses from robbed graves.
—Lucy Ford, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
Some items come across as tchotchke trinkets but others could fetch in excess of $100,000.
—Russ Wiles, AZCentral.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Layer in family heirlooms, travel souvenirs, or antique trinkets to create depth and personality.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trinkets
Noun
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Another garden mainstay, marigolds bloom from early summer through fall, and they're cherished as ornamentals as well as pest-repelling companion plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On Main Street, White Picket Fence beckons with an array of thoughtful gifts, from bath products and homemade jams to holiday ornaments and home décor.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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In earlier times, ungulate toe-bones (phalanges) were commonly used across various cultures to make ornaments, game pieces, handles, and figurines.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Seeking out the world’s rarest novelties is one of Prosper Assouline‘s greatest passions.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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One of this year’s novelties is the Book Adaptation Forum.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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Everything else was kept for souvenirs.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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Don’t leave town without picking up a few souvenirs, either.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In his exploration of other mediums, Bittar continues to push the concept of brand identity and conversation to encompass a broader spectrum of more than just fabulous baubles and bags.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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DeLucia’s stagings include a bevy of baubles.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Cracker Barrel had plans to remodel its restaurant with a simpler layout, getting rid of some of the clutter, antiques and knickknacks the chain was known for.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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Customers can stumble upon vintage clothes, jewelry and knickknacks that could be the next big trend in the colorful storefront on Prospect Street.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
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Other positive details to note include ample pocket space for all your tchotchkes, two height options for the belt, and a nice, wide collar.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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Besides, that way there’s plenty of luggage space for tchotchkes and souvenirs.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Trinkets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trinkets. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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