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
The golden script and trinkets that increasingly adorn the West Wing.
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Dan Diamond, Washington Post, 17 June 2026
With Larsson leading denim’s biggest trends including low-rise fits, colorful denim, micro shorts and denim decorated with charms and trinkets, the collection reflects this level of pop-star glam with standout items like red ombré flare denim and embellished denim with crystal detailing.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
For a more cohesive and clean look, curate meaningful items from your travels that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes and put trinkets in keepsake boxes.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
On the other hand, a collection of small trinkets will also make your table seem disjointed and messy.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
As impeccably decorated as the Victorian property that houses it, the pub is packed with antiques and travel trinkets.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Perhaps in imitation of the former occupant—known only through the photographs, books, textiles, and trinkets covering the walls and the floor—Liden sits topless at a piano.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
To their surprise, there are only seven small boxes, containing photos, sketches, notes, and a scattering of trinkets to go through.
—Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
That said, there are dozens of helpful trinkets hidden throughout the landscape that can make certain challenges much simpler, such as improving your movement, aiding your attacks, or increasing your resilience.
—ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
Dan Diamond, Washington Post, 17 June 2026
With Larsson leading denim’s biggest trends including low-rise fits, colorful denim, micro shorts and denim decorated with charms and trinkets, the collection reflects this level of pop-star glam with standout items like red ombré flare denim and embellished denim with crystal detailing.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
For a more cohesive and clean look, curate meaningful items from your travels that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes and put trinkets in keepsake boxes.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
On the other hand, a collection of small trinkets will also make your table seem disjointed and messy.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
As impeccably decorated as the Victorian property that houses it, the pub is packed with antiques and travel trinkets.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Perhaps in imitation of the former occupant—known only through the photographs, books, textiles, and trinkets covering the walls and the floor—Liden sits topless at a piano.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
To their surprise, there are only seven small boxes, containing photos, sketches, notes, and a scattering of trinkets to go through.
—Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
That said, there are dozens of helpful trinkets hidden throughout the landscape that can make certain challenges much simpler, such as improving your movement, aiding your attacks, or increasing your resilience.
—ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trinkets
Noun
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Many of the plants on this list can be interplanted with ornamentals in garden beds and around your patio or deck.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 June 2026
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This substance, aptly named powdery mildew, is a common fungus that affects an array of ornamentals, vegetables, and herbs.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Noun
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A lot of ornaments and tinsel on the Christmas tree.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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But early last Saturday evening, two bullets shattered the glass between displays of Christmas ornaments and dining plates.—
Matt Viser,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Noun
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There are thousands of different novelties, knick-knacks and souvenirs here.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar all stock cooking tools, small appliances and storage helpers that go beyond cheap plastic novelties, and a handful are genuinely worth grabbing on your next run.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
Noun
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The olive oil bottles make for great gifts and souvenirs, so pick up a few to take home with you.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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There are thousands of different novelties, knick-knacks and souvenirs here.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Nearby Lost Art Jewelry sells handmade baubles by a master goldsmith.—
Shilo Urban,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Either way, McDermott had a couple more baubles to dangle.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Small knickknacks, like salt and pepper shakers, can be cute, but thrifting experts recommend against buying them at garage sales.—
Heather Bien,
Martha Stewart,
7 June 2026
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Add a natural wood or wicker coffee table to the living room, or stack some stone knickknacks on a side table.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2026
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