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Recent Examples of china
Neeson also uses his size and his vigilante-movie reputation to incredible effect, adapting more of a bull-in-a-china-shop energy than Leslie Nielsen’s previous cluelessness.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
The china gleamed, the Waterford sparkled, and the silver was polished.
—Peter Folan, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Guests will be treated to table settings featuring vintage china and silver as well as delicate doilies.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2025
Kitschy Collectibles There’s no china or silver making its way down my family tree.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
The china gleamed, the Waterford sparkled, and the silver was polished.
—Peter Folan, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Guests will be treated to table settings featuring vintage china and silver as well as delicate doilies.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2025
Kitschy Collectibles There’s no china or silver making its way down my family tree.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for china
Noun
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How To Clean Uncoated Cast-Iron Grates Most modern homes have enamel- or porcelain-covered cast-iron or steel stove grates.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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This includes a beautiful set of glass candlesticks from my best friend, a few small votive holders, and a set of matches in a porcelain striker that’s too cute to be in a cabinet anyway.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Write a love letter, get a tarot card reading, attend a pottery class, participate in a Puppy Kissing Booth and more.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Feb. 2026
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With food items such as maple syrup, bread, wine, and fresh produce, this Main Street market also offers a full selection of artisan goods such as jewelry, knitwear, pottery, and candles.—
Linnea Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Melamine dishes and serve ware have withstood the test of time and proven popular even with the invention of new materials.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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Personal foods and drinks were placed on the edge of the ware machine.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
February 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Styling your bookshelves or walls with vintage china plates or crockery is a great way to add some class and charm to your space.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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For afternoon tea and old-world fine dining with a jazz soundtrack, The Estate House veranda pulls in a warm breeze, and dishes such as lobster and ravioli, and mushroom and truffle velouté with brioche strips wrapped in Italian lardo are served on antique crockery.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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Made of clay and feldspar and covered in glaze, this earthenware pottery is celebrated for its timelessness and durability.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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Strolling past glass display cases of fossils and earthenware artifacts, my eyes landed on a rack by the main entrance with flyers advertising children’s events and local flea markets.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Prepare for your Super Bowl watch party with these fun ceramic stoneware bowls shaped like footballs and an accompanying tray designed to resemble a football field.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 Jan. 2026
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Including lamps, throw pillows, and the most luxe-looking stoneware—from $27.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2026
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All the appropriate foods were served and eaten, and the proper chinaware was used.—
Daisy Rockwell,
Vogue,
27 Nov. 2025
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While flying in the new cabin, passengers enjoy a three-course meal on bespoke chinaware from Finnish designer Harri Koskinen and Finnish design icon, Iittala.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 July 2022
Noun
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Vintage Heath Ceramics dinnerware is known to be very durable, lasting for years and even decades without a scratch.—
Shagun Khare,
Martha Stewart,
7 Feb. 2026
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Keep only everyday appliances and dinnerware in the kitchen to maximize space.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
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“China.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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