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as in silver
eating and serving utensils
during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives
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as in dinnerware
dishes used for eating or serving food or drink
the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions
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Recent Examples of tableware
If that’s the case, grab a new set of tableware that comes with a dinner plate, salad plate, and bowl for four people.
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Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
White tableware will never go out of style but even our ceramics are getting deep colorful hues—emerald and yellows.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
The tea and treats are perfectly accompanied by Dior Maison’s Lily of the Valley tableware, as well as Limoges porcelain.
—Meredith Lepore, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
Led by Lauren Santo Domingo, artistic director of Tiffany Home, the collection reimagines tableware and sculptural objects through the lens of French sculptor César.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
White tableware will never go out of style but even our ceramics are getting deep colorful hues—emerald and yellows.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
The tea and treats are perfectly accompanied by Dior Maison’s Lily of the Valley tableware, as well as Limoges porcelain.
—Meredith Lepore, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
Led by Lauren Santo Domingo, artistic director of Tiffany Home, the collection reimagines tableware and sculptural objects through the lens of French sculptor César.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for tableware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableware
Noun
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When gold moves, silver is seen as bound to follow.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Underwood recently wore a two-piece metallic gown from Rafik Zaki with a reflective silver bodice and a high-low silver skirt for the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala 2024.—
Ada Tseng,
WWD,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Its simple and modern design takes a more relaxed approach to formal dinnerware with sweeping waves that create a bold, yet elegant presentation.—
Sandra S. Soria,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Dec. 2024
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Bone China serveware, dinnerware and teaware, among other decorative items, are expensive and exclusive.—
Gabriele Regalbuto,
Fox News,
7 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The knock in question was reported on by AS correspondent Javi Miguel, as Barca celebrated a maiden piece of silverware under Xavi Hernandez's successor Hansi Flick.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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There have been signs Chelsea are on an upward trajectory but fans are impatiently waiting for the first bit of silverware under the new ownership.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This technology works best in business settings where problem-solving and planning are required like supply chains, emergency response and advanced robotics.—
Venkat Viswanathan,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Many fans might be excited to see a major-league product in an intimate minor-league setting.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In the case of flatware, the analogous dish might be ice cream alone, where the fork would be superfluous.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2025
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Should there still be plates and flatware at their spot, or only glasses?—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The bath towels were packed in a sturdy box with packaging paper like Grandma’s fine china.—
Ticked Off,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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Hand-Painted Patterns and Metal Detailing Fine china that is hand-painted, features metal detailing, or trimmed with metals like gold or silver is not dishwasher-safe.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The department wrote that Ross turned toward an officer with the knife in hand.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Jan. 2025
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Authorities said the marshals opened fire when Jones charged at them with a knife.—
Jason Green,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This might include a one-bite treat like caviar, or a plant-forward small plate.—
Sadiba Hasan,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Note: If the mess is semisolid, use something like a sturdy piece of cardboard or paper plate to scoop up and dispose of the matter, then use paper towels to absorb any remaining liquid mess.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Tableware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableware. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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