as in collar
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 necklace
Its thoughtful layout includes a pull-out necklace holder that ensures your chains remain untangled during travel.
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Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
White tees and jeans are often the jumping-off point, elevated with stacks of charm necklaces or brightly hued sweaters.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 17 July 2025
One problem deserves study: The necklace, better pictured below.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Brides in South Asia are famously decked out in the precious metal – necklaces, earrings, nose rings, hair pieces and amulets – that can be gifted or inherited.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
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Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
White tees and jeans are often the jumping-off point, elevated with stacks of charm necklaces or brightly hued sweaters.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 17 July 2025
One problem deserves study: The necklace, better pictured below.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Brides in South Asia are famously decked out in the precious metal – necklaces, earrings, nose rings, hair pieces and amulets – that can be gifted or inherited.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for necklace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklace
Noun
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The exaggerated sleeves and pleats at the waist are incredibly flattering and perfect for photos, and the dress still feels refined with the classic shirt collar.—
Alexis Benveniste,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Those depending on their education may be taken by surprise; June job losses were concentrated in white collar industries.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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For a whimsical touch, the model added a white and orange beaded choker to her neck and flipped the ends of her hair.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
10 June 2025
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Seen often in our choker designs, particularly across our new O by Yoko Collection.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The Kara huggie earrings from Kinn Studio feature natural diamond pendants set in 14k solid gold, marrying simplicity with sophistication.—
Jené Luciani Sena
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Homeowners are embracing outdoor lighting that expresses personality, whether that’s oversized pendants, architectural floor lamps, or artful sconces.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklace. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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