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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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Ceramic shops are everywhere—Kanazawa is famed for its gold leaf and fine porcelain.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2026
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Floral fabrics and wallpaper, collected plates and porcelain, and monogrammed linens all contribute to the look.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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After the rise of Christianity, the passages under the Hippodrome, a stadium once used for chariot races and gladiator fights, were repurposed as workshops for dyeing fabric and making pottery.—
Durrie Bouscaren,
NPR,
28 Feb. 2026
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During the studio’s long history, it has been known for its relaxing vibe that attracts pottery painters of all ages and skill levels.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Substitute your regular table napkins with linen ones for a lighter touch and complete with cute serving ware.—
Claire Peltier,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Employees of the market lacked food safety knowledge in proper ware washing, holding temperatures, test strip usage and proper handwashing.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
February 20,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Tea-trays come with starched cloths and sparkling pots, alongside fine crockery and silver.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 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
Noun
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The earthenware glaze showcases the clay’s texture and leans into the serene Japandi aesthetic.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Mar. 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
Noun
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And unlike delicate heirloom sets, it’s made of durable stoneware that’s dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and oven safe up to 350°F.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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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
Noun
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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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Use the lower shelf to store oversized copper pots or a stack of tonal ceramic bowls or dinnerware.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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Biannual Deep Cleaning A cabinet full of dinnerware or glassware may only need deep cleaning once a year, but a pantry full of food needs a deep clean at least twice a year.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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“China.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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