kickshaws

plural of kickshaw
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as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury the company's holiday party always features an array of artfully confected kickshaws

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Noun
  • While the company has changed its product over the years, from produce to ornamentals, he's always grown to serve his local community.
    Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 25 June 2026
  • 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
Noun
  • Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
    Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Citrus trends take center stage during summer, but there’s been a rise in berry-donning looks that are making a strong case for sticking to the teensy treats.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Hallmark and Disney will also release a collection of goodies inspired by the movie, including greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.
    Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments.
    Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • The 2026 edition was one for the books, with a record 66 houses showcasing their latest novelties to around 60,000 visitors in Geneva and nearly 1 billion online.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
  • The organizations that treat these tools as durable, governable infrastructure, rather than novelties, will be the ones that turn AI potential into measurable progress.
    Ricardo Tavares, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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“Kickshaws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kickshaws. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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