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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
The likes of Interview editor-in-chief Mel Ottenberg and German photographer Wolfgang Tillmans have been spotted perusing the fair’s textiles, tableware, lighting, scents, ceramics, and furniture from independent designers, architects, heritage brands, family-run companies, and galleries.
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Katherine McGrath, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
Francesca del Balzo is the co-founder and creative director of PORTA, a tableware and home furnishings brand.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
If relief comes, consumers can expect the most impact on categories of items that are most affected by those tariffs, including glassware and tableware, furniture and a wide range of household supplies.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
During Maison&Objet, the aesthete unveiled five new collections of furniture and tableware at his expansive 11 rue d’Aboukir space.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
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Katherine McGrath, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
Francesca del Balzo is the co-founder and creative director of PORTA, a tableware and home furnishings brand.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
If relief comes, consumers can expect the most impact on categories of items that are most affected by those tariffs, including glassware and tableware, furniture and a wide range of household supplies.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
During Maison&Objet, the aesthete unveiled five new collections of furniture and tableware at his expansive 11 rue d’Aboukir space.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableware
Noun
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In other dealings early Tuesday, gold and silver prices were up.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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LimX’s previous flagship humanoid, OLI, was known for its industrial metallic silver design and its ability to operate in rugged environments such as construction sites and industrial facilities.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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From lightweight lampshades to verdant Italian dinnerware, here are the spring decor changes interior designers rely on in their own spaces.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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After, layer with plates, dinnerware and cutlery.—
Claire Peltier,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Huseby said that almost all of the sixth-graders, about half of the seventh-graders and a quarter of the eighth-graders answer the question of the week, but all three grades engage in the silverware poll.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2026
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Some might find the hotel stately-home-stuffy, but others will delight in the incredible variety of aristo-leaning patterned wallpapers, lampshades, and rugs, plus its murals, silverware, and portraits of notable Spaniards.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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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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Serving Zone Plates, serving platters, and flatware can be grouped, ideally near the dining area or kitchen table.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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For families Opt for the Paiza Family Suite, complete with a social kitchen with an island (the kitchen has child-height counters and child-friendly flatware).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 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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The Falls at Willow Creek Apartments were on lockdown as SWAT negotiated with the suspect, who was armed with a knife and sword, according to the Folsom Police Department.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Learn about Outside Online's affiliate link policy The journey to the titanium spork wound through Hollywood, forks with knives for handles, and a bizarre American craze for turtle soup.—
James Stout,
Outside,
29 Mar. 2026
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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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“Tableware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableware. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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