as in lockers
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a chest containing almost every tool that the home do-it-yourselfer is likely to need
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Recent Examples of chests
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.
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Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Ossai is an undersized speed rusher with some length who uses an effective inside long-arm to get into tackles’ chests.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
However, that has also led to most people only applying their products to their faces, instead of taking time to also apply products to their necks and chests as well.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Beating chests also signals ongoing belief in Shiite principles.
—Robin Wright, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
The second fragment of fabric (Tx2) lay in a large domestic house—also destroyed by fire—which contained six rooms lined with storage vessels and clay chests.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Feb. 2026
Some walkers wore blue signs across their chests that displayed their motivations for participating.
—Madeline King, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
All thoughtfully designed with custom touches— from minibars designed as leather campaign chests to leather writing tables accentuating the space.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
For years, simple pine chests with large, circular knobs have been a dime a dozen at antique stores.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026
Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Ossai is an undersized speed rusher with some length who uses an effective inside long-arm to get into tackles’ chests.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
However, that has also led to most people only applying their products to their faces, instead of taking time to also apply products to their necks and chests as well.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Beating chests also signals ongoing belief in Shiite principles.
—Robin Wright, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
The second fragment of fabric (Tx2) lay in a large domestic house—also destroyed by fire—which contained six rooms lined with storage vessels and clay chests.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Feb. 2026
Some walkers wore blue signs across their chests that displayed their motivations for participating.
—Madeline King, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
All thoughtfully designed with custom touches— from minibars designed as leather campaign chests to leather writing tables accentuating the space.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
For years, simple pine chests with large, circular knobs have been a dime a dozen at antique stores.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chests
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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His property keeps walkie-talkies, bathtubs, safety rails, baby wipes, diaper bins, and soft towels available.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2026
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Keep garbage bins covered and clean them frequently to remove sticky foods.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Volunteers will be on hand to help people unload boxes.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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The agency also offers Sabbath food boxes at no cost, refers individuals for health care and social services and manages a closet full of modest clothing for observant women.—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
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In ancient Greece, a hole was drilled in the trunks of almond trees into which plugs of pine tree wood were inserted.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The fruit is packed into crates, which weigh about 50 pounds apiece once full.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Food vendors tempted shoppers with crystalline slices of Parmigiano and crates adorned with tiny tortellini shells.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Chests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chests. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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