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as in necklace
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck
a simple gold collar is all that little black cocktail dress needs
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as in arrest
the act of taking or holding under one's control by authority of law
when the murderer was finally apprehended, the detective who doggedly checked every single lead got credit for the collar
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
the juvenile delinquent was collared for robbing houses
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
she collared the boy before he could get into the cookie jar
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Recent Examples of collar
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Her Louis Vuitton outfit featured a structured burgundy jacket with a stiff white collar and dramatic suit tails, a matching bodysuit, sky-high heels, and — well, that's it.
—EW.com, 7 May 2025
Katie Jackson, Outside Online, 17 Mar. 2025
California wildlife officials captured and collared a dozen gray wolves, bringing the total number being tracked by satellite to 16.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Authorities outfitted two of the cubs with tracking collars after the bears started wandering into the town of Jackson to raid garbage cans, compost bins and bird feeders for food.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Her Louis Vuitton outfit featured a structured burgundy jacket with a stiff white collar and dramatic suit tails, a matching bodysuit, sky-high heels, and — well, that's it.
—EW.com, 7 May 2025
Verb
According to Smith, many of these wolves were collared and had spent 95 percent of their time in Yellowstone.
—Katie Jackson, Outside Online, 17 Mar. 2025
California wildlife officials captured and collared a dozen gray wolves, bringing the total number being tracked by satellite to 16.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collar
Noun
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We were greeted with offal-and-corn soup and presented with necklaces threaded with carnations, roses, toffee, lollipops, and circular knots of bread, a sort of Peruvian bagel.—
Sam Kean,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2025
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The massive necklace featured three center gemstones totalling over 400 carats.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Alice's dinner at the Harrigan house goes south fast, leading to Conrad and Maeve's arrest.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
26 May 2025
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Police reports since 2023 include a call to clear the building, a property damage report, a trespassing arrest and a reported robbery in March.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Officials with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms conducted a search at Ross’ home in Oklahoma and seized materials that were used to build the explosive devices, police said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2025
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Israel imposed a blockade on all supplies entering Gaza in March, saying Hamas was seizing supplies meant for civilians - a charge the group denies.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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In the morning, the restaurant doubles as a coffee shop where guests can grab drip coffee, fresh juices, and a small selection of hot and cold breakfast options, including the beloved Hawaiian classic, Loco Moco.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
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The colorful bar framed in bright neon lights is on the main concourse, so people walking by can grab a drink and head to the casino or other favorite activity, Allen said.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
24 May 2025
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Throughout the show, Elliot is often caught telling his kids wildly inappropriate stories in an effort to get closer to them and inspire them to open up.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Just be sure to click that boss button before you get caught goofing off.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
23 May 2025
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Sizes are limited, so don’t wait too long to snatch up a pair of these gorgeous leather wedges.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
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Read Next National Bear learns ‘bad behaviors’ from Colorado resident’s trash habits, officials say May 22, 2025 3:23 PM Read Next National Bear snatches trail cam in its mouth — and is caught on video.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2025
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Amid rewards of $20,000 for tips leading to an apprehension, more than 200 law enforcement personnel led by the Louisiana State Police are seeking to capture them and anyone helping them.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Sporting some of the world’s highest difficulty on floor and beam, 2025 could be the year for Roberson to capture individual accolades.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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“Collar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collar. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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