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
Likewise, where the debtor's wages are involved, a creditor may garnish those wages by having a writ of garnishment served upon the employer and then the non-exempt amount of the debtor's wages are then ultimately paid over to the creditor.
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Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
Democratic Representatives John Larson of Connecticut, Raúl Grijalva of Arizona and several cosponsors have reintroduced the Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act to safeguard benefits from garnishment.
—Next Avenue, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
Three days after that, on April 15, the creditor again called the garnishment department to check up on things, but an employee of that department indicated that Chase Bank would need ten business days to respond to the notice of levy.
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
In March, a federal court clerk in Detroit filed a writ of continuing garnishment to enforce the restitution judgment.
—Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 14 May 2024
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Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
Democratic Representatives John Larson of Connecticut, Raúl Grijalva of Arizona and several cosponsors have reintroduced the Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act to safeguard benefits from garnishment.
—Next Avenue, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
Three days after that, on April 15, the creditor again called the garnishment department to check up on things, but an employee of that department indicated that Chase Bank would need ten business days to respond to the notice of levy.
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
In March, a federal court clerk in Detroit filed a writ of continuing garnishment to enforce the restitution judgment.
—Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 14 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishment
Noun
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Much of this nostalgia stems from decorations from Kendall’s childhood handed down from her mom Kris–most notably her collection of Christopher Radko tree ornaments.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
16 Jan. 2025
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Various merchandise products were sold including tote bags, a plush toy, 50th anniversary hoodies and t-shirts, ceramic mugs, 18-ounce and 32-ounce thermal bottles, cold cup ornaments, pins and key chains.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Of course, there is improv in the movie, just naturally little ornamentation and stuff.—
Mike Miller,
EW.com,
20 Dec. 2024
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Suggestions range from temperature regulation to come-hither ornamentation for attracting mates, to tools of self-defense.—
Shi En Kim,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Dec. 2024
Noun
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To minimise disruption to day-to-day operations, most of the decorations are installed between 11pm and 7am when the park is closed to guests.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Seasonal cookbooks can be stored with decorations for that holiday Donate extra water bottles Reusable water bottles are great.—
Bridget Reed Morawski,
Architectural Digest,
3 Jan. 2025
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The on-site herb garden supplies fresh ingredients to each of the resort’s restaurants — from garnishes for cocktails to fresh flavors added to various dishes.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Cut the meat and cheeses into chunks or slices to toss with a spring mix, and add anything pickled as a garnish, as in this strawberry salad with feta, arugula, and pickled red onions, or this deviled egg salad with pickled vegetables.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2025
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“Garnishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishment. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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