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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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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
Noun
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Rekha Gupta, a 50-year-old former general secretary of India's ruling Bharatiya Janata party, was appointed as chief minister in the state of New Delhi, according to an announcement by party leader Ravi Shankar Prasad.—
Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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In that letter, Robinson wrote about her concerns on confirming Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary.—
Danielle Battaglia,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Top of the list: Adding a second bath and bringing the basement staircase up to code in order to transform the storage zone into a finished living area (which now doubles as a guest room thanks to a Murphy bed tucked into a pair of bookcases).—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
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Hidden behind one of the bookcases is a secret passage that leads to the home’s guest wing with four en suite bedrooms, a 14-person cinema and another lounge area.—
Ray Parisi,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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If there's just too much stuff to address at once, tackle one drawer or cabinet at a time.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2025
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Buckler eventually transitioned to production and would go on to become a carpenter, building cabinets and other furniture.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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The fundraiser featured a buffet dinner and dessert station, as well as photo ops.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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As always, a buffet of delicious mysteries awaits us: What’s with the active shooter?—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Chic accessories range from a suede-sheathed tray to a chunky marble door stopper, while statement pieces include bouclé-upholstered swivel chairs and a tiled credenza.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
19 Feb. 2025
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The kitchen, the center of life in the apartment, is in a rustic red that complements the large custom table and the Alicante marble credenza.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2025
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Such objects have ranged from lighter things like hairbrushes and toilet rolls to heavier items like chairs, game consoles, toasters, air fryers and computer monitors.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The vice president has also served domestically as Trump’s console in chief in his first month on the job, traveling to regions in the U.S. struck by tragedy.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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Its own showcase will be mainly focused on APC Studios’ English-language co-productions, but will tease other foreign-language scripted shows on its 2025 distribution slate.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2025
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The intimate yet high-energy showcase, hosted by WNBA champion A’ja Wilson, brought together elite talent, cultural influence, and the unmistakable spirit of the Bay Area.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
17 Feb. 2025
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“China closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china%20closet. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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