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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 bins
Eighty bins of oily debris were removed, totaling about 1,600 cubic yards, during the operation that lasted the better part of three weeks.
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Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Candles and other items that could melt, batteries and electronics, medication, and food items are best stored in cool, dark spots rather than plastic bins.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Think of it like when trash and recycling bins are integrated into your cabinetry.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Residents living near these communities are urged to ensure food and trash bins are not left out, as the animals are highly food-motivated.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Place small bowls in hidden corners, sprinkle it onto bath mats, or add it to trash bins.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Just before my visit, a motor on one of the farm’s grain bins needed repairs.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Travel advisors warn that phones, cameras, and wallets are most vulnerable during airport security when items are separated into bins.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
Another major perk is that the bed is raised nearly a foot off the ground for extra storage space, so she’s been able to squeeze all kinds of containers and bins under there.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Candles and other items that could melt, batteries and electronics, medication, and food items are best stored in cool, dark spots rather than plastic bins.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Think of it like when trash and recycling bins are integrated into your cabinetry.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Residents living near these communities are urged to ensure food and trash bins are not left out, as the animals are highly food-motivated.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Place small bowls in hidden corners, sprinkle it onto bath mats, or add it to trash bins.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Just before my visit, a motor on one of the farm’s grain bins needed repairs.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Travel advisors warn that phones, cameras, and wallets are most vulnerable during airport security when items are separated into bins.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
Another major perk is that the bed is raised nearly a foot off the ground for extra storage space, so she’s been able to squeeze all kinds of containers and bins under there.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bins
Noun
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During that search, FBI agents seized hundreds of boxes of ballots and other voting records.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Along the perimeter sat a series of bulky equipment boxes, also painted white, with cords snaking back toward the building.—
Adam Ciralsky,
Vanity Fair,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Members’ lockers line the winding back hallway.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
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Devices must be turned off and stored in lockers or pouches for the entire school day.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some of the student section that traveled to Dayton, Ohio, for the game wore swim trunks and caps.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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The women are wearing Sandro coverups and sundresses and then men are in Vilebrequin swim trunks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Two more rhinos in metallic crates arrived there on Thursday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Use them as bath towels after grooming, or layer them in pet beds and travel crates for extra cushioning.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The males strut, coo, puff their chests and enthusiastically preen to court females.—
Lisa Gutierrez
March 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The bralette-style cups on this dual-strap tankini top are an excellent fit for smaller chests, and the criss-crossing back is a fun touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Bins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bins. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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