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also pendents
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as in charms
an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist
Navajo necklaces with pendants finely crafted in genuine sky-blue turquoise
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as in flags
chiefly British
a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling
a pendant that once flew on Nelson's flagship
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Recent Examples of pendants
The country kitchen has a 14-foot island with grayed cabinetry, white quartz, a prep sink, glass lantern pendants and crossed millwork panels.
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Saleema Syed, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition to tabletop lighting and pendants, ensure there’s soft lighting at different heights around the perimeter of the room.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Restoring or painting old fixtures and pendants is another way to add something new to your home without spending a lot of money.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Maybe pagan Vikings liked wearing pendants showing Christian saints as a way to assimilate into East Anglia’s largely Christian population?
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
The LifeFone and LifeStation pendants maxed out at 100 and 150 feet outside, respectively.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Hunt for singular treasures at Queenstown Market, a pop-up Saturday affair with 40 or so waterfront stalls stocked with handmade crafts, such as greenstone pendants, the traditional Maori talisman carved in symbolic shapes for protection, prosperity or friendship (from 149 dollars).
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
The collection has since expanded to include candles, body sprays, and perfume pendants.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Pop Mart also released the Labubu x Sanrio Characters Series, featuring Labubu vinyl plush pendants dressed as Sanrio characters Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pochacco and Pompompurin.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Saleema Syed, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition to tabletop lighting and pendants, ensure there’s soft lighting at different heights around the perimeter of the room.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Restoring or painting old fixtures and pendants is another way to add something new to your home without spending a lot of money.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Maybe pagan Vikings liked wearing pendants showing Christian saints as a way to assimilate into East Anglia’s largely Christian population?
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
The LifeFone and LifeStation pendants maxed out at 100 and 150 feet outside, respectively.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Hunt for singular treasures at Queenstown Market, a pop-up Saturday affair with 40 or so waterfront stalls stocked with handmade crafts, such as greenstone pendants, the traditional Maori talisman carved in symbolic shapes for protection, prosperity or friendship (from 149 dollars).
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
The collection has since expanded to include candles, body sprays, and perfume pendants.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Pop Mart also released the Labubu x Sanrio Characters Series, featuring Labubu vinyl plush pendants dressed as Sanrio characters Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pochacco and Pompompurin.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pendants
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The Single Village Fix’s pineapple syrup harnesses the vibrant smoke and character of mezcal, embracing and even amplifying its charms, and the lime cuts through any the sweetness and makes the whole thing refreshing.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2026
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This is an older home, and some of its charms come with quirks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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The demonstrators also waved Iran and Palestine flags as the rain came down and dinner attendees walked into the hotel.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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The flags that typically stand behind the podium when the President speaks were hastily brought in.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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These billowy, cloud-like separates take on a boho-glam spin with gold bangles, chunky hoops, and a calf-hair bag.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
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Marble bathroom sinks are based on the balconies of a nearby art deco building, while even the distinctive bedposts are modelled on the chunky bangles worn by local writer and activist Nancy Cunard, heiress to the shipping empire.—
Siobhan Grogan,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Ridge Historic District, known for its many historic homes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with 61 new banners commemorating its place in history, as well as some festivities.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Overstreet said most of the banners were put in place at night over two weeks starting in mid-April, and including last week.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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The early read was that Alphabet , Microsoft , Meta Platforms , and Amazon all passed with flying colors, but beneath the strong headline numbers, a more nuanced debate is taking shape.—
Paulina Likos,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Designed by the label’s then creative director, Olivier Rousteing, the unorthodox gown was sculpted based on a cast of Tyla’s body, then created out of three different colors of sand mixed with micro-crystal studs, providing extra sparkle down to the tip of her mermaid train.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
1 May 2026
Noun
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These subjective calls decided at-bats, games, seasons and pennants — and, naturally, stirred endless debate.—
The Sports Desk,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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In his six seasons in Baltimore, Frank Robinson helped the Orioles win four league pennants.—
Raymond Daniel Burke,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Pendants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pendants. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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