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as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a display case in the antiques shop filled with costume jewelry and various kickshaws from the 1920s
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as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
the company's holiday party always features an array of artfully confected kickshaws
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Noun
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Scales attack a variety of plants including woody ornamentals such as boxwoods, camellias and hollies, young trees such as maples, and houseplants.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025 -
To maintain healthy ornamentals that bloom abundantly, avoid pruning these 10 plants in summer.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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The coffee resembles dalgona – a Korean sugar candy – but is not related to the treat.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
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More fast food news: McDonald's new McFlurry is based on a campfire snack treat.—
Neil J Kanatt,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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Experts believe that rice played a role in rituals that were performed in the cave, which also included fine pottery, shell pendants and ornaments.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Right now, Amazon has marked down window candles, pillow covers, ornaments, and string lights to celebrate Christmas in July.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
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“Kickshaw.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kickshaw. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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