garnishment

noun

ˈgär-nish-mənt How to pronounce garnishment (audio)
Definition of garnishmentnext
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 The women faced debts far beyond their capacity to pay, with possible wage garnishment, loss of assets and federal collection lawsuits. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026 Depending on state law and the circumstances, a judgment can give a creditor access to collection tools such as wage garnishment, bank account levies or property liens. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026 Defaulting on your student loans can tank your credit score and trigger even more serious consequences, including wage garnishment. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 27 July 2026 Once entered, creditors may pursue a range of remedies that vary by jurisdiction, including liens, garnishments, turnover orders and, in many states, charging orders against partnership or LLC interests. — Caroline Farah Lembck, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for garnishment
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  1. ornament
  2. ornamentation
  3. decoration
  4. garnish
Noun
  • It’s made from wood and comes with the calendar, which is filled with 24 ornaments to add a new one to the branches each day.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Scarabs, serpents, vultures, lunar ornaments, ancient gods like Horus and Anubis carved from gold and lapis lazuli—all strategically placed on various points along the body.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of ornament
Noun
  • The ornamentation, both exterior and interior, is taken from the Late Classic and Earlv Post-Classic periods of the Mayan civilization in Meso-America, according to the national register.
    — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Known colloquially as the Flower Mosque, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi draws its botanical inspiration not from its overall form but from its sumptuous ornamentation.
    — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Noun
  • October decorations and costumes that once cost only a minimal investment have skyrocketed in-season.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • From time-saving kitchen gadgets and food warmers to festive serving platters, Thanksgiving table decorations and clever ways to store leftovers, there are plenty of products that can help make the holiday feel a little less stressful.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of decoration
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  • From smoky, spirit-forward drinks to warming spices and frightening garnishes, cocktails in October have a little extra mystery.
    — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Pieces of fish are hand sliced to the ideal thickness and length, and beautifully adorned with garnishes that dazzle the eye and strategically heighten every bite.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
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