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accessorize

[ak-ses-uh-riz] / ækˈsɛs əˌrɪz /
VERB
add ornament
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You’ve got to accessorize with long shorts, football jerseys, ankle socks and high-tops.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 5, 2026

That young Zuck feels leagues away from today’s Mark Zuckerberg, who’s now designing his own streetwear-inspired T-shirts, emblazoned with Latin phrases, which he’ll occasionally accessorize with a gold chain.

From Salon Nov. 9, 2024

When I was finally old enough to accessorize my slippers, I took great care in my ribbon ritual.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2024

When we accessorize, Herd said, we’re putting a “personal spin” on an off-the-rack purchase.

From Slate Jul. 29, 2024

I’ve learned how to build a good, strong hut and accessorize it just right.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

She accessorizes the look in a pair of nude high heels and a flowy white beach cover up.

From Fox News Dec. 3, 2020

An integral part of storytime is Timmy the squirrel, a puppet who accessorizes based on the book selection and was dressed up in his Christmas best during an interview.

From Washington Times Dec. 17, 2019

Proville cooks fish simply but accessorizes it extravagantly.

From Seattle Times Feb. 16, 2017

How he accessorizes will offer an early signal of whether he will stay true to his roots as a subway beat officer or follow his predecessors into the city’s social stratosphere.

From New York Times Aug. 5, 2016

She accessorizes these mysterious garments with diverse headgear: knitted skullcaps, top hats, World War II army caps.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 2, 2015

There are bottomless mimosas and $28 omelets, towers of French toast and Bloody Marys accessorized like seafood platters.

From Salon Jul. 20, 2026

Coach to that end markets its bestselling Tabby bag as a versatile item that works in contexts including school and work, accessorized with any of dozens of charms from cutesy carrots to diamante bows.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 25, 2026

Chevron-patterned hardwood flooring was accessorized with a patterned rug at the center of the space, while a large wooden side table with a lamp was seen next to one arm of the couch.

From MarketWatch Jan. 15, 2026

Gainsbourg, in simply accessorized ninja black, is the picture of a woman who knows and means business.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 23, 2025

Still, my great white looked like it was frozen on the page, a sandbag, accessorized by some deluxe fins.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen

The 27-year-old megastar, who isn’t a brand spokesperson, further fueled the mania by accessorizing her luxury handbags with small Labubu pendants.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 5, 2024

On the surface, there is nothing harmful about accessorizing your water bottle or adding a little extra flair to your handbag—especially since humans are so intrinsically focused on creating identity.

From Slate Jul. 29, 2024

Besides, the wealth of accessorizing that went into recreating “Avatar: The Last Airbender” isn’t the issue – it’s what’s missing, which is some of its spirit.

From Salon Feb. 22, 2024

It can be as simple as choosing shorts and a top in the colors a character is known for, though many bounders says accessorizing with jewelry, Mickey Mouse ears or backpacks is key.

From Washington Post Apr. 21, 2023

When accessorizing your language, remember that a little jewelry goes a long way. discreet silence.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner



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