as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement
putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets
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Recent Examples of bracelets
Investigators identified bodies using fingerprints, hospital bracelets and medical implants, the affidavit said.
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Jesse Bedayn, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Try creating bracelets, necklaces, or custom keychains using similar colors or designs.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Queen Camilla, who regularly accessorizes with bracelets by Van Cleef & Arpels, has worn the dog brooch from the Lucky Animals collection in the past.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Can someone bring up sea-sickness bracelets?
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
The actress paired the gold frock with a statement necklace that reached her torso, along with sparkling earrings, rings and bracelets.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Back in 1989, WWJD bracelets made their appearance.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Feb. 2026
In the feminine symbolism of the flower and the Hello Kitty doll—and the myriad bracelets, hearts, and other items affixed to each canvas—Echard constructs her figure’s gender as a tangled, blurry, and tactile exchange between the body and its surroundings.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
Investigators say the couriers then took the gold bars to the two stores, where they were allegedly melted down into bracelets and other jewelry that could be sold.
—CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
Jesse Bedayn, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Try creating bracelets, necklaces, or custom keychains using similar colors or designs.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Queen Camilla, who regularly accessorizes with bracelets by Van Cleef & Arpels, has worn the dog brooch from the Lucky Animals collection in the past.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
Can someone bring up sea-sickness bracelets?
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
The actress paired the gold frock with a statement necklace that reached her torso, along with sparkling earrings, rings and bracelets.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Back in 1989, WWJD bracelets made their appearance.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Feb. 2026
In the feminine symbolism of the flower and the Hello Kitty doll—and the myriad bracelets, hearts, and other items affixed to each canvas—Echard constructs her figure’s gender as a tangled, blurry, and tactile exchange between the body and its surroundings.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
Investigators say the couriers then took the gold bars to the two stores, where they were allegedly melted down into bracelets and other jewelry that could be sold.
—CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bracelets
Noun
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Thompson, who did not speak publicly in court, was led away in handcuffs after the sentencing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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Silva-Parucho, whose handcuffs were ordered to be removed before his hearing began, broke into elated sobs as the judge read the order releasing him.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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If humans must route every meaningful choice through approval chains, the organization becomes its own bottleneck.—
Amy Eliza Wong,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Every year, restaurant chains across Tennessee offer holiday discounts and special menus, and this year is no different.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The dress, an ode to Giorgio Armani, also featured two cutouts on her shoulders and a micro turtleneck, both of which were crystal- and pearl-dusted, as were the cuffs of her sleeves.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Underneath is a a white shirt, with collar and cuffs deliberately sticking out of the jacket.—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Bracelets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracelets. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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