breakfronts

noun

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plural of breakfront
as in tabourets

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  1. secretaries
  2. chests
  3. cabinets
Noun
  • A number of presidents kept relatives on the White House payroll throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, many as secretaries, aides or unofficial advisers, according to the National Constitution Center.
    Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
  • For instance, in 1990 only 9% of secretaries and administrative assistants held a bachelor's degree—but by 2023 that fraction had risen to 35%.
    Preston Cooper, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of secretaries
Noun
  • But, that reality doesn’t stop the evangelists from pounding their chests and boldly declaring that everything from babies to Roombas should be put on chain.
    Jordan Yallen, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The search Each chapter contains detailed clues leading to one of the five chests.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of chests
Noun
  • The main living area is outfitted with a fireplace, the retro-style kitchen incorporates flat-front cabinets and a large deck provides unobstructed views over the rugged landscape.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Keeping garage doors closed, opening kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to filter to plumbing and turning off water to unheated areas can also protect pipes.
    Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of cabinets
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