as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies
a high-end caterer whose dishes feature an array of over-the-top garnishments
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Recent Examples of garnishment
In March, a federal court clerk in Detroit filed a writ of continuing garnishment to enforce the restitution judgment.
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Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 14 May 2024
It has been given the omnipotent, totalitarian power to simply seize the money through garnishments, liens, attachments, and other non-judicial means.
—Jacob Hornberger, Orange County Register, 12 May 2024
What sets Anthem apart from its competitors is its unique offerings of assistance with filing for wage garnishment and securing tax levy release.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
This encompasses various legal disputes related to taxes, from audits and appeals to wage garnishments and back taxes.
—Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2024
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Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 14 May 2024
It has been given the omnipotent, totalitarian power to simply seize the money through garnishments, liens, attachments, and other non-judicial means.
—Jacob Hornberger, Orange County Register, 12 May 2024
What sets Anthem apart from its competitors is its unique offerings of assistance with filing for wage garnishment and securing tax levy release.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
This encompasses various legal disputes related to taxes, from audits and appeals to wage garnishments and back taxes.
—Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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My butt was covered in ornaments, including large baubles and pointy wooden edges.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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Inside, two Christmas trees will be adorned with custom ornaments, such as skis, puffer jackets and Perfect Moment’s signature North Star.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Unique facial hair ornamentation has allowed researchers to visually identify the works as Khneang Style, a hallmark of the Khmer period.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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And just as the Breuer Building is largely free from ornamentation, the faces of both the B/1 and the B/1M are void of numbers or symbols.Oscar Holland, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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Each shopper is expected to spend an average of $902 across gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items.Sareen Habeshian, Axios, 21 Dec. 2024
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Does Milwaukee compost wreaths and other Christmas decorations?Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
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Strain into an old-fashioned glass and garnish with a twist of lime peel for a bright, aromatic note that elevates the drink’s complexity.Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Cocktails Drinks Occasions Recipes Ingredients For the sage syrup: ½ cup sugar 15–20 fresh sage leaves, plus more for garnish For the cocktail: 1½ oz.SAVEUR Editors, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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