as in box
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a storage bin for hats and gloves put plastics in this recycling bin, and glass in that one
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Recent Examples of bin
On May 1, Byrd visited a police rental storage locker to search for the money and found a large amount stored in multiple plastic storage bins with lids.
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Christin Lazerus, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Stackable bins, drawer organizers, and under-bed containers can help clear visual clutter and keep everyday essentials neatly stored away — and Walmart has no shortage of affordable options.
—Kelsey Fredricks, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
Instead of struggling to get your cane from the overhead bin or waiting for a flight attendant to get it from a plane closet for you, consider this folding cane that can fit under the seat in front of you.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Ditch the mish-mash of clothes jumbled in your closet with the help of these storage bins, which are just $4 apiece right now, or add extra clothing storage with this duo of under-bed bags that even have wheels.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
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Christin Lazerus, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Stackable bins, drawer organizers, and under-bed containers can help clear visual clutter and keep everyday essentials neatly stored away — and Walmart has no shortage of affordable options.
—Kelsey Fredricks, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
Instead of struggling to get your cane from the overhead bin or waiting for a flight attendant to get it from a plane closet for you, consider this folding cane that can fit under the seat in front of you.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Ditch the mish-mash of clothes jumbled in your closet with the help of these storage bins, which are just $4 apiece right now, or add extra clothing storage with this duo of under-bed bags that even have wheels.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bin
Noun
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An alluring take on the Bento box book cover trend.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Kamdyn brought a pink teddy bear, the bear’s tiny beach bag, and a little box of kinetic sand.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Merrill goes deep Merrill stood in front of his locker and began his postgame comments with one word.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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If lockers are long gone, then naturally, Poveromo adds, so are print books.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Police searched Alvarez and discovered two plates of military-grade body armor in the trunk of his car, according to the criminal complaint.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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His rifle was propped up against its trunk.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Cariif was pronounced dead at the scene, and an autopsy showed he was shot once in the chest.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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All his body weight is on my chest.—
Chris Murphy,
Vanity Fair,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Eventually, a wharf employee noticed one of the crates was leaking an oily substance.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Levitation has unveiled the first wave of its 2026 lineup, again turning the city into a four-day fever dream of fuzz pedals, black clothing and committed crate-digger energy.—
SPIN Staff,
SPIN,
28 May 2026
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“Bin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bin. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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