accessory

Example Sentences

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Marc, known to family and friends as “Tiger,” had been working to build an accessory dwelling unit at the family’s Santa Ana home, where he planned to live with Loera-Zarco and their newborn.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Twenty years ago, the must-have entertainment accessory was the iPod, and Netflix customers had to wait for DVDs to arrive in the mail.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

The tie as an accessory is thought to date back to the 17th century when the French copied a neckscarf from Croatian mercenaries fighting on behalf of Louis XIV's army.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

My guy friends are constantly making fun of me for my commitment to such an ugly accessory.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

“A fashion accessory? Oh boy. Here we go.”

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner