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
This Bagsmart travel jewelry organizer has separate, dedicated pockets and compartments for your rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, and folds up into a compact pouch for easy packing.
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
The bracelets used by Wellstar and Piedmont Augusta have a QR (Quick Response) code that can be scanned with a smartphone or other digital device, giving medical staff access to a patient’s medical records.
—Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Wabi-Sabi Metals Studio in Denver has metalworking classes that specialize in jewelry to make rings, cuff bracelets, and more.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Meanwhile, Haddish modeled a straight bob hairstyle and various accessories like bracelets and hoop earrings.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Walker Farrington — who is currently living at Boston Children's Hospital while awaiting a donor heart — recently went viral after gifting members of the New York Yankees custom red bracelets during a special visit with the team.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Highlights from the market included hand-appliquéd vests by Penny Singer; striking gold and gemstone bracelets by Kenneth Johnson; vibrant beadwork by Jovanna Poblano and Cole Forrest; geometric-pattern jackets by Pacha Arts; and sterling-silver rings by Cody Sanderson, among many others.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Seriously important bracelets The treasure was first discovered by a local resident who spotted two gold rings on a forest path.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
At the morgue, the babies were brought in with their diapers and blankets and with their hospital ID bracelets still wrapped around their tiny ankles.
—Duaa Eldeib, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
The bracelets used by Wellstar and Piedmont Augusta have a QR (Quick Response) code that can be scanned with a smartphone or other digital device, giving medical staff access to a patient’s medical records.
—Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Wabi-Sabi Metals Studio in Denver has metalworking classes that specialize in jewelry to make rings, cuff bracelets, and more.
—Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Meanwhile, Haddish modeled a straight bob hairstyle and various accessories like bracelets and hoop earrings.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Walker Farrington — who is currently living at Boston Children's Hospital while awaiting a donor heart — recently went viral after gifting members of the New York Yankees custom red bracelets during a special visit with the team.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Highlights from the market included hand-appliquéd vests by Penny Singer; striking gold and gemstone bracelets by Kenneth Johnson; vibrant beadwork by Jovanna Poblano and Cole Forrest; geometric-pattern jackets by Pacha Arts; and sterling-silver rings by Cody Sanderson, among many others.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Seriously important bracelets The treasure was first discovered by a local resident who spotted two gold rings on a forest path.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
At the morgue, the babies were brought in with their diapers and blankets and with their hospital ID bracelets still wrapped around their tiny ankles.
—Duaa Eldeib, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bracelets
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Other facial recognition wrongful arrest cases Angela Lipps is not the first person to say facial recognition helped put them in handcuffs.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
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Tucker’s rapid-fire delivery is punctuated with sound effects, music cues, and the use of a variety of props dangling from his person at all times (including handcuffs, a wad of cash, and two guns).—
Malina Saval,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Addressing Canal+‘s investment in UGC, one of France’s top exhibition chains, Saada sought to downplay suggestions of an imminent takeover while leaving the door open to a future acquisition.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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The drinks are also sold at smaller chains and independent stores, including Lazy Acres, Rainbow Acres and Happier Grocery in New York City.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Cassie’s OnlyFans journey begins with her making content posing as a dog, replete with dog ears, collar, leash, wrist cuffs, tail, and a satin corset from Sweeney’s lingerie line SYRN, bending over and lapping up water from a bowl on the ground.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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This dress included floral embroidery around the collar, neckline, cuffs and running down the front placket of the design.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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“Bracelets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracelets. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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