as in beads
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck
found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her
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Recent Examples of necklaces
The actress, also sharing the laughter, glowed in a sleeveless black dress layered with necklaces and bracelets, leaning in with a warm smile — the vibe appeared to be relaxed, romantic and very much coupled up.
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Jolie wore one of her mother’s necklaces while filming the movie.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 11 Feb. 2026
In one-of-a-kind high-jewelry chokers and necklaces, the design is rendered in black diamond-like carbon, or DLC—a high-tech material known for its exceptional hardness and scratch-resistance that is often used in watchmaking—and combined with diamonds and yellow gold for an avant-garde look.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
However, the range has expanded over the years to incorporate mixed-metal designs, such as yellow gold chain necklaces with resin charms and minimalist statement earrings made from silver or gold-plated brass.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
Try creating bracelets, necklaces, or custom keychains using similar colors or designs.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
The floor-length gown had an asymmetrical pattern that matched the colors of Hadid's silver and gold rings, earrings and layered necklaces.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Tailors stitch together vibrant textiles, bead makers carefully string together necklaces and bracelets, and more.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Prada stands out, not only for the most forward and thought-provoking proposals on dressing, but also for collectible must haves like the toeless loafer boot, and outer seamed pumps and sweater necklaces.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Jolie wore one of her mother’s necklaces while filming the movie.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 11 Feb. 2026
In one-of-a-kind high-jewelry chokers and necklaces, the design is rendered in black diamond-like carbon, or DLC—a high-tech material known for its exceptional hardness and scratch-resistance that is often used in watchmaking—and combined with diamonds and yellow gold for an avant-garde look.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
However, the range has expanded over the years to incorporate mixed-metal designs, such as yellow gold chain necklaces with resin charms and minimalist statement earrings made from silver or gold-plated brass.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
Try creating bracelets, necklaces, or custom keychains using similar colors or designs.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
The floor-length gown had an asymmetrical pattern that matched the colors of Hadid's silver and gold rings, earrings and layered necklaces.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Tailors stitch together vibrant textiles, bead makers carefully string together necklaces and bracelets, and more.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Prada stands out, not only for the most forward and thought-provoking proposals on dressing, but also for collectible must haves like the toeless loafer boot, and outer seamed pumps and sweater necklaces.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklaces
Noun
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The beads are increasingly viewed as a problem, but a Mardi Gras without beads also seems unfathomable.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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Along with beads, expect all-day happy hour with specials such as $5 draft beers, half-price wines by the glass, $9 Fish City Old Fashioneds and $5 Gold Margaritas.—
Anna Butler,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Among the highlights are a suede jacket lined in shearling, lightweight plaid shirts, carpenter style shirt jackets, utility jackets with side entry pockets, fleece with polo-style collars and a range of rugby shirts.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The collars are equipped with GPS signals that give off a mortality signal if the wolf has not moved in several hours, Leckie noted.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Necklaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklaces. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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