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as in necklaces
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 arrests
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 seizes
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 grabs
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 collars
Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Like Carter’s design, the new pairs come in classic wheat and black colorways and feature the boot’s traditional padded leather collars and rubber outsoles.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
These collars come in five colors and have premium rose gold hardware.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Hallmarks of the Ivy League—rugby shirts, polo collars, pleated skirts, easy button-downs—are everywhere right now, especially on the crowds at Fashion Week.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
She had been previously outfitted with several collars but escaped them all.
—John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
But its appeal can’t be divorced from the romance of its history, which properly began in the 19th century when English polo players began wearing oxford shirts as their preferred uniform, complete with collars that buttoned against the body to prevent their points from flapping in the wind.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
The small town Indiana cheerleaders, jocks, and hoods sport shoulder pads, their Izod collars turned up, pants rolled into pleats.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Like Carter’s design, the new pairs come in classic wheat and black colorways and feature the boot’s traditional padded leather collars and rubber outsoles.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
These collars come in five colors and have premium rose gold hardware.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Hallmarks of the Ivy League—rugby shirts, polo collars, pleated skirts, easy button-downs—are everywhere right now, especially on the crowds at Fashion Week.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
She had been previously outfitted with several collars but escaped them all.
—John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
But its appeal can’t be divorced from the romance of its history, which properly began in the 19th century when English polo players began wearing oxford shirts as their preferred uniform, complete with collars that buttoned against the body to prevent their points from flapping in the wind.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collars
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Kardashian styled her outfit similarly to how Campbell's fashion show look, accessorizing with a black shawl, an assortment of silver statement necklaces and black leather boots.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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The tiaras, brooch, necklaces and earrings from the collection of Empress Eugénie and assorted royals may be difficult to launder even if they’re broken apart and sold in hard-to-identify pieces.—
Lionel Laurent,
Twin Cities,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Officers de-escalated the scene, and there were no arrests made, police told the outlet.—
Daniel S. Levine,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Riot control measures were deployed, including by Chief Bovino, and arrests were made.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Dolores notices they are gone and begins to lash out, and Abby seizes an opportunity to knock Dolores out.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … CRYPTO CRACKDOWN – DOJ seizes record $15 billion in Bitcoin in largest US forfeiture ever.—
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FOXNews.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After Grace quotes Zooey Deschanel's character, Thames grabs her face and kisses her out of the frame.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Another strong Lions performance could mark a turning point this season where Detroit grabs control of the division and doesn't look back.—
Nick Meyer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Alphonse Pierre’s Off the Dome column covers songs, mixtapes, albums, scenes, snippets, movies, Meek Mill tweets, fashion trends—and anything else that catches his attention.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
23 Oct. 2025
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The six catches ties for second-most in a game for Mims in his career.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There’s a lot of fear in the air – fear of speaking out, fear of being swept up in ICE raids, etc.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
26 Oct. 2025
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There have been splashy workplace raids like the ones that occurred at a Georgia Hyundai plant and a California legal marijuana farm.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His grandfather, Leroy Hanlon, frustrated by this hesitancy, snatches the instrument out of Mike’s hand and carries out the deed himself.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Oct. 2025
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Wednesday then rescues Pugsley as Gomez and Morticia arrive, but before the family can properly reunite, Isaac snatches Wednesday into his telekinetic grip, choking her.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Dust Regularly Dust furniture one or two times a week with a damp microfiber cloth that traps dust and prevents it from being scattered in the air.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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They’re made with the same cotton-blend fleece that traps warmth without overheating.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Collars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collars. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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