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as in counter
a leg-mounted piece of furniture with a broad flat top designed for the serving of food
we sat at the kitchen table, playing cards for hours on end
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as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
always offers a well-prepared table for his guests
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as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
the periodic table of chemical elements
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as in food
substances intended to be eaten
the table that the innkeeper set out each morning made for a bountiful breakfast indeed
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as in to shelve
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Recent Examples of table
Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Mezze is a grouping of small hot or cold dishes that are served together at the table.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
In response to Deaton’s comments, Democrats agreed to table the effort until the budget reached the full House.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The directors’ lab will support filmmakers preparing their first features, while the writers’ lab will offer workshops, table reads, peer mentorship and one-on-one consultations to help emerging screenwriters refine their scripts.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Mezze is a grouping of small hot or cold dishes that are served together at the table.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The board voted unanimously to table the vote on Peoria eCampus for a later date.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
In response to Deaton’s comments, Democrats agreed to table the effort until the budget reached the full House.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for table
Noun
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Castillo notes that billionaires have already adopted this strategy, spending millions on at least three counter-initiatives.—
Brad Hamilton,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Most everything is accessible for wheelchairs and mobility scooters, both of which are available to borrow or rent at the ticket counter.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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Affecting the first two receptors means retatrutide may help suppress appetite and slow digestion, which can help users feel full after eating even smaller meals.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Tin Roof Tacos is the perfect place to stop in for a satisfying meal without breaking the bank.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The property is on the top of a plateau with a fantastic view of the surrounding area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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In the Colorado plateau alone, it’s been estimated to generate more than $2 billion per year.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The names are in alphabetical order, and each new storm gets the next name on the list.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Tehran rejected the list and presented a five-point proposal that included reparations and recognition of its sovereignty over the waterway.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The study and device are likely to help researchers understand biological systems, such as circadian rhythms, and nonreciprocal processes, such as how the body breaks down food.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
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Local 142's donation drive in Honolulu, which accepts blankets, non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, and waterproof clothing.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There, the races not won outright are tabulated to determine a winner.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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There, the races not won outright are tabulated to determine a winner.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Two things persuaded Haagy to shelve his own plant research and zero in on the mystery of sky-darkening smog.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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The bill was shelved, effectively killing it for the season.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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Current board members Kay Coen and Jeff Siems, who is also the school board vice president, are not running for re-election.—
Joseph Hernandez
March 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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This vibrating board activates rapid muscle contractions throughout your body to help improve circulation, balance and mobility.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Table.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/table. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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