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Once in a while, TJ Maxx will have spinning side tables that store dozens of books on a single small shelf, or have more than a few drawers that run all the way down to the floor to optimize storage.—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026 Place one on a nightstand, side table, or credenza and balance it with simpler furniture or neutral tones.—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026 The chair is substantial enough to stand alone in a reading nook, but its mid-century silhouette also works well when two are paired together with a side table to create a conversational seating arrangement.—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026 Instead, guests are encouraged to pick up something from the bakery below, while the front desk can arrange ice for in-room cocktail mixing (each room has a side table with spirit, shaker and lemons).—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for side table