as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement
putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets
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Recent Examples of bracelets
The tour also brought the pop star closer to millions of fans, who came out in droves with friendship bracelets and homemade costumes — two of which the Kelce brothers reacted to on New Heights.
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
But while ponytail holders and bobby pins might fare well when given the clear Ziploc baggie treatment, delicate bracelets, earrings, and necklaces can quickly get knotted with other pieces if they’re not separated.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
My entire row spent the flight making friendship bracelets and guessing about final-show surprises.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
But the coup de gras on the final night might been the sight of policemen on horses that were adorned by giant friendship bracelets around their necks.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
The actress piled on the accessories, including earrings, charm necklaces, bracelets and rings.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
The actress accessorized the look with platform gold high heels and dainty jewelry, including gold rings and bracelets.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
While personalized jewelry is always appreciated, these bracelets also paid homage to the origin of their love story.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 Dec. 2024
Slap bracelets are the real hero of gift wrap storage, says Kemp-Gerstel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
But while ponytail holders and bobby pins might fare well when given the clear Ziploc baggie treatment, delicate bracelets, earrings, and necklaces can quickly get knotted with other pieces if they’re not separated.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
My entire row spent the flight making friendship bracelets and guessing about final-show surprises.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
But the coup de gras on the final night might been the sight of policemen on horses that were adorned by giant friendship bracelets around their necks.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
The actress piled on the accessories, including earrings, charm necklaces, bracelets and rings.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
The actress accessorized the look with platform gold high heels and dainty jewelry, including gold rings and bracelets.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
While personalized jewelry is always appreciated, these bracelets also paid homage to the origin of their love story.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 Dec. 2024
Slap bracelets are the real hero of gift wrap storage, says Kemp-Gerstel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Bracelets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracelets. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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