tins

plural of tin
as in barrels
a metal container in the shape of a cylinder row upon row of tins containing food for an emergency that never happened

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Recent Examples of tins Popular premade mixes sold in tins or individual packets make hot cocoa an easy and accessible treat. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024 Another woman posted a photograph of two bottles of water, a can of tomatoes, and two other small tins of food on social media. Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024 Cinemark also sold Wicked popcorn tins and a Sonic the Hedgehog 3 popcorn bucket. Tim Lammers, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 Remove from the oven and cool completely on wire racks before storing in cookie tins or an airtight container. Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024 Mini 8-ounce tins are also available. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 15 Dec. 2024 In addition to the two tins, the kit also includes their popular earl grey imperial which is made with oolong (a tea known to have antimicrobial properties) and a tin of the celebration tea, a bright blend of hazelnuts, fruits and warming cinnamon, perfect for serving during festivities. Anna Haines, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 This year, the golden tins included a dozen seasonal cookies made by chefs at the Driskill, Hyatt Centric, Thompson Austin and Hyatt Regency. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024 Buy cookie tins, candles and ornaments to benefit Season for Caring. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024

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“Tins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tins. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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