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as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
this vacuum cleaner has all of the accoutrements for cleaning furniture as well as floors
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as in equipment
accoutrements or accouterments plural
items needed for the performance of a task or activity
has all the accoutrements that the home pastry chef could ever want
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Recent Examples of accoutrement
In Outlaws, this would be the way all the Star Wars accoutrements are implemented.
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Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2024
My father had the right accoutrements for every occasion.
—Sage Mehta, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Beyond the worthy cause of helping those affected by the condition and their loved ones, Cuoco detailed the accoutrements that make the party such a must-attend.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Sep. 2024
Both aspiring chefs and kitchen aficionados will appreciate a few chic culinary supplies or accoutrement to stock their kitchens.
—Madeline Fass, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
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Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2024
My father had the right accoutrements for every occasion.
—Sage Mehta, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Beyond the worthy cause of helping those affected by the condition and their loved ones, Cuoco detailed the accoutrements that make the party such a must-attend.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Sep. 2024
Both aspiring chefs and kitchen aficionados will appreciate a few chic culinary supplies or accoutrement to stock their kitchens.
—Madeline Fass, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for accoutrement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutrement
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The amendment would also allow the Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers and other licensed state entities to acquire, cultivate, process, manufacture, sell and distribute marijuana products and accessories.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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Related Stories The company said key categories in women’s, men’s and kidswear performed well as product offerings were broadened and deepened, while at the same time expanding the assortment in home and accessories.Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024
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For football: No protective equipment may be worn during practice; and there may be no conditioning activities.Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Maybe even a yoga session where the instructor brings the equipment and drives to meet you.David Kubes, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to explore potential strategic transactions, including acquisitions and strategic options involving its subsidiaries.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Frankly, this option should be baked into the cost, just like the webcam improvements.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Swamp Thing is a TV series for lovers of trash with cult followings, the stuff midnight marathons are made of.Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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Now people from all over the world send me their stuff.Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Her accessories included sheer white gloves, a hood and a funky wide-brim hat.Hannah Malach, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
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The shirts are complemented by formal and casual suits, knitwear, footwear and accessories.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
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The natural wood grain and sleek black hardware is a nice touch, too.Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
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Some are betting that new AI hardware could be the vessel to help bring the technology into more people’s hands.Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 18 Nov. 2024
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Musk, whose growing political apparatus has already proved its mettle, will gain more than just an ally in the White House.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Kirk’s apparatus has gone from a conservative youth-outreach organization to an all-encompassing right-wing empire—one that has cultivated relationships with influential conservative faith groups, built a powerful media arm, and hosted rallies for Trump and other top Republicans.Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Major Iranian oil facilities could possibly be in Israel's sights.Gaurav Sharma, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Some speakers on Thursday wanted answers about how the facilities plan will take that big-picture trend into account.Cleo Krejci, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Accoutrement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutrement. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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