countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌtäp 
: the flat working surface on top of waist-level kitchen cabinets
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Place all of these items in the recycling bin and let your countertops breathe.
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
The kitchen was remodeled in 2022 and has a six-burner Thermador range, a Bosch microwave drawer, a JennAir refrigerator, quartz countertops, a center island that seats four and updated designer lighting.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
The adjoining terrace has 180-degree views of the surrounding skyscrapers, while the chef’s kitchen is stocked with a La Cornue range and teal stone countertops.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
This means clearing floors, countertops, and high-traffic areas so the team can focus on scrubbing, dusting, and detailing rather than organizing.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Mar. 2026
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
The kitchen was remodeled in 2022 and has a six-burner Thermador range, a Bosch microwave drawer, a JennAir refrigerator, quartz countertops, a center island that seats four and updated designer lighting.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
The adjoining terrace has 180-degree views of the surrounding skyscrapers, while the chef’s kitchen is stocked with a La Cornue range and teal stone countertops.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
This means clearing floors, countertops, and high-traffic areas so the team can focus on scrubbing, dusting, and detailing rather than organizing.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Mar. 2026
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countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇nt-ər-täp
: the surface of waist-level kitchen cabinets used as a work area
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