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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Now, McCain lingers near teammates’ road lockers past the bus times and ropes them into TikToks at the hotel.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
23 May 2026
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Sites must be reserved ahead of time, and all come with picnic and cooking shelters as well as food lockers for storage away from curious wildlife.—
Maryam Siddiqi,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
Noun
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The space will include a retail shop for guests to purchase Vilebrequin swim and resortwear as well as exclusive gifts including men’s swim trunks, unisex T-shirts, a tote bag, and a tea cup and saucer set.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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His meticulous attention to detail included triple-stitching the leather, creating a complete leather lining for the Porsche’s front trunk, and even wrapping the switchgear and controls in matching leather.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
Noun
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The patient was James Cornish, a young man with a knife wound to the chest from a barroom brawl.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Danny then has a lengthy shootout with the suspects inside, Brian has to apply pressure to Lena's chest wound after she was shot, and Sean springs into action with his dad.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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Aerial footage of the fire on Monday showed neighbors springing into action to help one another by loading animals into crates.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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The set comes with eight balls made of a sturdy, all-weather resin in a storage crate.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
19 May 2026
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“Bin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bin. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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