as in decorating
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
a chef who never served any dish without first garnishing it
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Recent Examples of garnishing
The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.
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Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
But the government may resume garnishing wages, so experts advise making efforts to get out of default as soon as possible.
—Claire Rafford, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
Some Republicans want to do nothing different and simply start garnishing wages.
—Howard Dvorkin, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Wait to stir it in until the very end to preserve its fresh flavor, and reserve a little for garnishing each dish before serving.
—Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
This summer, the Education Department had paused a plan to resume garnishing Social Security benefits.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Over the summer, the department also walked back its plan to begin garnishing certain borrowers' Social Security payments.
—Annie Nova, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
This summer, the Education Department had paused a plan to resume garnishing Social Security benefits.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Add to the signature copper mug, an ounce of vodka and lime juice, adding in double that of both an IPA and ginger beer, garnishing with a slice of lime and fresh mint to taste.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 23 Dec. 2025
Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
But the government may resume garnishing wages, so experts advise making efforts to get out of default as soon as possible.
—Claire Rafford, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
Some Republicans want to do nothing different and simply start garnishing wages.
—Howard Dvorkin, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Wait to stir it in until the very end to preserve its fresh flavor, and reserve a little for garnishing each dish before serving.
—Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
This summer, the Education Department had paused a plan to resume garnishing Social Security benefits.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Over the summer, the department also walked back its plan to begin garnishing certain borrowers' Social Security payments.
—Annie Nova, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
This summer, the Education Department had paused a plan to resume garnishing Social Security benefits.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Add to the signature copper mug, an ounce of vodka and lime juice, adding in double that of both an IPA and ginger beer, garnishing with a slice of lime and fresh mint to taste.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 23 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishing
Verb
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As a bonus, hikers can sneak a peek at the mini-mansions nestled in the hills and take in the desert-chic flora and fauna decorating the trail.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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The thrift store can be a treasure trove of gorgeous pieces of artwork, perfect for decorating your living room walls.—
Nina Derwin,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But those are, in the rearview, mere filigree adorning the few tender years in which Richie retained absolute authorship of love’s true rapture.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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These are clutter-free spaces, cool and calming with occasional nods to Moroccan heritage in the form of black-and-white photography of Rabat’s heritage sites in the rooms, and handmade plates adorning walls in the corridors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Fragrant blue-green foliage is accented by unique flowers reminiscent of hops, with papery, rose-pink bracts draping the plant all summer.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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The star's honey blonde hair was swept up into a twist at the top of her head with a long ponytail draping down and a few tendrils framing her face.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Garnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishing. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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