BRASS RINGS Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

brass rings

noun

plural of brass ring

as in pearls

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Noun

Drescher arrived in a form-fitting knit Brunello Cucinelli dress, YSL hanging earrings, and Jimmy Choo heels with matching pearls.

— Brianna J. Heath, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
Slipper-like Chanel shoes, Gráinne Morton cloud earrings, and pearls placed near the bride’s eyes completed the whimsical vision.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of pearls

Noun

The insects also develop in quince and are reported to be incidental in plums, pears, tart cherries, and certain other members of the rose family.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
Enhance fall hues with chrome powders, adding a metallic edge to rich reds and plums.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of plums

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Nearly two-thirds of the collectors surveyed preferred to keep their treasures mostly under wraps, sharing them only within family or a closed circle, while, at the other end of the scale, just 10 percent are seeking wide recognition.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
The treasures of both the sea and the surrounding mountains are at your fingertips thanks to an array of land and water activities ranging from hikes and beach picnics to fishing experiences and sunset cruises.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of treasures

Noun

There are still some gems hidden among the endless tech and toy products — like Medicube’s current sale.

— Alexis Mikulski, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
But earlier this year, the Navy reservist and his friend shoveled a six-carat diamond from a field in Arkansas where he's found over 300 gems so far.

— LAURA TURBAY, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of gems

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This year's prizes began with the Nobel for medicine, awarded Monday to three scientists whose work led to a tool that uses light to help unravel how the brain works.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026
Unlike the other Nobel prizes, which are awarded in Stockholm, the peace prize is decided in Oslo by the five-member Norwegian Nobel Committee, whose members are appointed by Norway's parliament.

— Eric Henderson, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of prizes

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Inside the numbers Smith is one of three Big Ten receivers tied for the FBS lead in touchdown catches with seven each.

— Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
And his six touchdown catches are tied for fourth, with Smith, Rutgers’ KJ Duff and Illinois’ Collin Dixon all having seven.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of catches

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