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as in bin
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a small casket of jewels
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Recent Examples of casket
Carter’s casket departed the U.S. Capitol and proceeded to Washington National Cathedral, where a state funeral service began at 10 a.m. ET.
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Renan Botelho, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters The casket of former President Jimmy Carter arrives at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for a procession before the funeral on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.
—Josephine Rozzelle, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
The casket then will be transported to the Washington National Cathedral, where it is expected to arrive at 9:30am.
—Kristal Dixon, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
Military body bearers will carry the casket into the Capitol Rotunda.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Renan Botelho, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters The casket of former President Jimmy Carter arrives at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for a procession before the funeral on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.
—Josephine Rozzelle, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
The casket then will be transported to the Washington National Cathedral, where it is expected to arrive at 9:30am.
—Kristal Dixon, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
Military body bearers will carry the casket into the Capitol Rotunda.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for casket
Noun
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When our gang hits the roundtable, Ciara wastes no time kicking things off by pushing back on the coffin theory.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2025
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But faithful members like Ivar and Sam can’t seem to let the coffin thing go.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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While visiting the Goodwill Outlet bins in Portland, Oregon, Nick Lafrenz, 29, was surprised to find a professional popcorn maker, the likes of which would be used in movie theaters or hospitality locations.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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In a world where sustainability is often reduced to carbon footprints and recycling bins, Acumen is providing the missing half of the equation: a recognition that businesses must be economically viable to contribute to a better world.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The following morning, a small group of us woke up early to explore the sandstone cliffs before being joined by the larger group to peek into tombs cut into the rock.—
Matt Dutile,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2025
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As was customary, pilgrims who returned after visiting St. James’ tomb adopted an emblem.—
Virginia Raguin,
The Conversation,
21 Jan. 2025
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Pronger made his way to the locker of Blues defenseman Colton Parayko on Saturday morning.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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Ryne Stanek brought loaves of bread baked by his wife Jessica on Friday, leaving them in the lockers of some of his teammates.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
22 Feb. 2025
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While big box giants jump on the NA boom, mom-and-pop shops prioritize community with a personal touch.—
Jessi Roti,
Bon Appétit,
20 Feb. 2025
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All proceeds from each box sold stay with local troops and councils to fund experiences like camps, trips, service projects and other activities throughout the year.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Yes, a front trunk, where an internal combustion engine would normally be.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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This philosophy extends to the viral Baller trunks, which were based on a 1970s photograph of basketball legend Larry Bird.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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Officers saw Washington, stabbed in the chest, through a locked screen door lying on the floor.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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The unidentified driver reported that something flew through his windshield and struck him in the chest, according to Lyndsey Lantz with the Los Angeles Fire Department.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Casket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casket. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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