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 Dachshund’s History The AKC explains that the dachshund, developed in Germany in the 17th and 18th centuries for badger hunting, was bred with short, curved legs, strong digging chests, and protective skull features to battle underground.
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Mature private capital markets and strategic acquirers with heavy war-chests allow companies to stay private for longer, or forever.
—Aman Ghei, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
Perhaps in an attempt to fire him up, Reid was caught in a heated conversation with Kelce late in the second quarter, with him and the tight end bumping chests.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 22 Sep. 2025
Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
The rest—French fries, green peas, ice cream—was straight from the ice chests at Picard.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
At its least harmful, the message players wore across their chests Sunday trivializes a life-altering situation as inconsequential and secondary for those who lack the fame and platform to remind us of the permanent effects.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025
In an effort to increase participation, which dropped during the COVID pandemic and has yet to fully recover, the California Coastal Commission will offer some impressive prizes hidden in small 4-inch wooden chests at cleanup sites around the state.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Look for a manufacturer stamp on the top of drawers, under the seat rails of chairs, and on the back of case pieces and chests, Lev says.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Mature private capital markets and strategic acquirers with heavy war-chests allow companies to stay private for longer, or forever.
—Aman Ghei, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
Perhaps in an attempt to fire him up, Reid was caught in a heated conversation with Kelce late in the second quarter, with him and the tight end bumping chests.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 22 Sep. 2025
Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
The rest—French fries, green peas, ice cream—was straight from the ice chests at Picard.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
At its least harmful, the message players wore across their chests Sunday trivializes a life-altering situation as inconsequential and secondary for those who lack the fame and platform to remind us of the permanent effects.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025
In an effort to increase participation, which dropped during the COVID pandemic and has yet to fully recover, the California Coastal Commission will offer some impressive prizes hidden in small 4-inch wooden chests at cleanup sites around the state.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Look for a manufacturer stamp on the top of drawers, under the seat rails of chairs, and on the back of case pieces and chests, Lev says.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chests
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Marte watches as assistant hitting coach Rafael Fernandez stops by the lockers, checking in with young players about times for taking on-field batting practice.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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At Kathleen Lake, food and anything else that carries a scent like toiletries must be stored safely away from curious bears, and the park provides bear-proof lockers.—
Maryam Siddiqi,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are allegations toilets have been left uncleaned, bins unemptied, and pitch perimeters worn and littered, with complaints made that there are not enough maintenance staff employed to maintain standards.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Grain bins and silos can be extremely deadly if people get trapped inside.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Multiple incidents involving interference allegations and other voting issues were reported in the weeks leading up to the 2024 presidential election, including voter registration ballots being damaged and ballot collection boxes being set on fire.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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In late March, FBI and Department of Homeland Security agents were seen searching and carrying boxes out of XiaoFeng Wang's homes.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
7 Oct. 2025
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Jeweler Chaumet designed the medals, Berluti the uniforms for Team France, Louis Vuitton the uniforms, medal trays and trunks, and Dior dressed performers including Celine Dion for the opening ceremonies, for example.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Applying mulch directly against plant stems and tree trunks increases the risk of pest damage and rot.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Oct. 2025
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At the time of their release, the cougars both bolted to freedom after rescuers opened the crates’ doors, photos from the nonprofit show.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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When the Plainfield Police Department responded to an animal cruelty call in April 2023, officers found two emaciated dogs in barren crates.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
18 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Chests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chests. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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