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Recent Examples of china closet
The Servidors are massive and must be kept in a storage unit, but many other items are in the china closet, to the chagrin of Mr. Lepore’s mother, Virginia.
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Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for china closet
Noun
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An outdoor kitchen project includes installation of one inset grill; stainless steel drawers; ice chest; sink; and 60 square feet of concrete countertops made from veneered masonry stone.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
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Angela was shot dead center in the chest, testified the medical examiner, and died in seconds.—
Jonathan Vigliotti,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2025
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And the defense secretary forcefully denied sharing classified airstrike plans in a group chat − and attacked the journalist who received them.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Kennedy's appointment as secretary of Health and Human Services has been met with simultaneous praise and skepticism based on his many beliefs.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Best Wayfair Spring Cyber Week Furniture Deals Wayfair’s furniture deals include pieces for every room in the home, including platform beds, nightstands, and bedside ottomans for the bedroom, accent chairs and bookcases for a living room, and dining room tables that can seat up to six people.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Pair with the collection’s matching bookcases, storage shelves, and side tables to customize further.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 Mar. 2025
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While Israelis of different backgrounds largely banded together as Netanyahu established a wartime cabinet, Fink argued that the atmosphere of unity has waned as protesters accuse the Israeli premier of executive overreach.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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On the contrary; the team has consolidated its position as the most consistent national team on the planet and added another Copa America title to the trophy cabinet.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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As soon as the captain gives the all clear, set down that mimosa and leave the buffet behind.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Bon Appétit,
19 Mar. 2025
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The versatile buffet comes in three colors, including brown, gray, and orange, and it’s designed to hold towels poolside, function as a TV console, or provide enough space to serve food and drinks at night.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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For the last 50 years, the photos have sat largely untouched, tucked away in the drawer of an antique credenza in Ms. Clark’s Van Nuys ranch house.—
Nathan Taylor Pemberton,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Marble Tabletop Tray Decorate coffee tables and credenzas with this marble tabletop tray.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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Rather, its success came from seeing and solving an inherent problem: personal entertainment was immobile, grounded in console stereo systems.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Originally planned to ship in 2024, then bumped to Q1 2025, preorders of the $250 Analogue 3D console are now closed.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
22 Mar. 2025
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For most Southern gardeners, April brings a floral showcase of bulbs, perennials, shrubs, and trees.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
27 Mar. 2025
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One concern from coaches is spring games offer a showcase to opposing coaching staffs who could begin poaching players when the spring transfer portal window opens on April 16.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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“China closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china%20closet. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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