as in ornamentals
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
picked up some cheap baubles at the fair
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Recent Examples of baubles
Kate's Upstate The go-to boutique for fashion finds in the village, Kate’s Upstate is the place to pick up cozy sweaters, dresses, sparkly baubles, and attire for the whole family.
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Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Rather than styling these eye-catching picks with, say, a gold-lamé number, nod at the ’80s in a more contemporary way with oversized blazers, pleated pants, relaxed button-downs, and cigarette jeans; these baubles stand out against a more understated backdrop.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Gold baubles and hardware have been a fixture in Schiaparelli’s surreal denim pieces.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Jan. 2026
Here, baby blue stripes punctuate each ring finger, while silver baubles add a touch of shine.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
January can feel a bit dreary, especially after the all the holiday baubles and Christmas lights are packed away.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Statement-making jewelry was the route Harris and Mirren opted for, tapping designer Margot McKinney for the actress’ baubles.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Along the stair railing was a garland adorned with golden baubles and lights.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Instead companies either evaded attention (like avoiding the eye of Sauron in LOTR), or openly courted favor by parading through the White House and giving the president golden baubles.
—Andrew Winston, Fortune, 21 Dec. 2025
Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Rather than styling these eye-catching picks with, say, a gold-lamé number, nod at the ’80s in a more contemporary way with oversized blazers, pleated pants, relaxed button-downs, and cigarette jeans; these baubles stand out against a more understated backdrop.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Gold baubles and hardware have been a fixture in Schiaparelli’s surreal denim pieces.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Jan. 2026
Here, baby blue stripes punctuate each ring finger, while silver baubles add a touch of shine.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
January can feel a bit dreary, especially after the all the holiday baubles and Christmas lights are packed away.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Statement-making jewelry was the route Harris and Mirren opted for, tapping designer Margot McKinney for the actress’ baubles.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Along the stair railing was a garland adorned with golden baubles and lights.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Instead companies either evaded attention (like avoiding the eye of Sauron in LOTR), or openly courted favor by parading through the White House and giving the president golden baubles.
—Andrew Winston, Fortune, 21 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for baubles
Noun
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According to the Environmental Protection Association, neem is safe for use on vegetables and food plants as well as ornamentals.—
Jon VanZile,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
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Update ornamentals This is THE time of year to add new plants to your garden — or plant a completely new garden.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Fill the base with white sand and a handful of small ornaments for interest at the base (the sand will also keep the display from tipping over).—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
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Kelly green walls, golden chandeliers and vibrant red ornaments set the stage for a dining experience set to a '50s playlist of Sinatra and Dean Martin.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The latest Coco Crush novelties feature the supple necklace and choker along with Signatures creations with the Ruban and Comète collections.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Revenue from the sales of programs, novelties, parking and concession dropped even more sharply—down 40%, from $858,548 to $511,960—while team-specific royalties fell 21% from $470,749 to $370,408.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Consider this glass dish, which is a great place to store earrings, rings, and other small trinkets.—
Jamie Weissman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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Even street vendors hawking sweets and trinkets follow the dollar’s rise and fall.—
Mery Mogollon,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Downtown Boone is the perfect place to go for souvenirs from your time in Western North Carolina.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Its Travel Facts section listed everything from voltage requirements and cultural norms to what kind of food and souvenirs visitors would find.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Baubles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baubles. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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