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dishes used for eating or serving food or drink
received three sets of dinnerware as wedding gifts
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Recent Examples of dinnerware
Biannual Deep Cleaning A cabinet full of dinnerware or glassware may only need deep cleaning once a year, but a pantry full of food needs a deep clean at least twice a year.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Glueck styles open shelving with interesting bowls or glassware that feel special, collected, and curated, while storing everyday dinnerware and glassware in cabinets.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
In 1971, Alan Heller discovered a set of stackable dinnerware designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli and decided to bring those designs to America, launching Heller with Hellerware in 1971.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Keep only everyday appliances and dinnerware in the kitchen to maximize space.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
Glueck styles open shelving with interesting bowls or glassware that feel special, collected, and curated, while storing everyday dinnerware and glassware in cabinets.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
In 1971, Alan Heller discovered a set of stackable dinnerware designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli and decided to bring those designs to America, launching Heller with Hellerware in 1971.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Keep only everyday appliances and dinnerware in the kitchen to maximize space.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dinnerware
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The companies plan to combine DeepMind’s AI models with Agile Robots’ robotics systems to create more capable robotic platforms that can operate in real-world production settings.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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If Maryland participates, donors here could help fund scholarships that support students across a range of educational settings, including those who remain in public schools but need additional services to succeed.—
Claudia Nachtigal,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Mar. 2026
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Another common storage solution — the highest, least-accessible kitchen cabinets — leaves all the beauty of tableware unseen and at least a chair climb away.—
Kelley Bruss,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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On tablescapes Decor and tableware Crane-Leroux begins a tablescape with a base and a centerpiece.—
Claire Peltier,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Remove Stains From China Get rid of stubborn stains on your china by soaking it in a solution of 2 cups of water and 2 tablespoons each of baking soda and vinegar.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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Sadly, there's no china in the book.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
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Catcher Agustin Ramirez, who is working to improve defensively after a shaky rookie season, threw out one of two runners attempting to steal a base and went 2 for 3 challenging pitches behind the plate.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Alternatively, Lazy Coconut serves fresh Mediterranean-style sharing plates and fun cocktails, while MontAzure resort’s beachfront restaurant, Shimmer, is the destination to book for sunset dining.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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There are bespoke statement headboards and Murano glass chandeliers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Alarmed civic officials across the West have already begun ordering restrictions on watering lawns, cleaning cars and even whether restaurant patrons get served glasses of water.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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For an elevated take, head to the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi hotel’s Le Club Bar for a dainty banh mi sliced into bite-sized pieces and served on the finest porcelain.—
Tamara Hinson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Mar. 2026
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Visitors can discover various galleries and workshops showcasing these artisans, like at the Museum of Marble Crafts, and discover other styles of craftsmanship, like Sabrina Binda—a French ceramicist based in Tinos selling earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain objects.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
23 Mar. 2026
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Police found a small plastic bag containing crystal powder residue that officers suspected was meth or cocaine, according to an affidavit, the Los Angeles Times reported.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
26 Mar. 2026
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Just outside Tropea, Pietragrande Beach offers crystal-clear water without the crowds.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Since 2021’s underwhelming Things Take Time, Take Time, she’s tried to get unstuck through therapy, pottery classes, a Georgia O’Keeffe obsession, and a move from Australia to Los Angeles.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
27 Mar. 2026
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Brus, a tiny boutique just outside of Bairro Alto, offers handmade pottery as well as a small assortment of natural wines.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Dinnerware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dinnerware. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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