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Recent Examples of china closet
The Servidors are massive and must be kept in a storage unit, but many other items are in the china closet, to the chagrin of Mr. Lepore’s mother, Virginia.
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Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for china closet
Noun
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Some infections also lead to respiratory symptoms like cough and abnormal chest X-rays.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Shane was baby-faced and short, and couldn’t grow proper facial hair, and barely had any chest hair.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As secretary, Noem has displayed a troubling pattern of unethical behavior.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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Trump has seemed to doze off multiple times while guests talk during announcements in the Oval Office and as secretaries speak at Cabinet meetings, which often turn into hours-long affairs as top administration officials lavish praise on the president.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Just behind the Dell desktop in my grandfather’s living room, behind the cracking pleather of our office chair, there was a bookcase.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Opt for a bookcase with multiple tiers accompanied by mini cabinets for extra storage.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 Jan. 2026
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The Czech Republic’s new government will seek to transform the defense industry into an engine of the nation’s export economy as the flagship auto sector faces stiffening competition, a senior cabinet member said.—
Michal Kubala,
Bloomberg,
27 Jan. 2026
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It's also suggested to leave cabinet doors open, allowing air from the home heater to warm the faucets.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
27 Jan. 2026
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Appetizers, a buffet and dessert are included in the fee, which is $21 for adults and $12 for children.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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In the morning, the bistro serves an indulgent breakfast buffet of local cheeses and baked goods from local producers.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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Best for Small Spaces Burrow’s sleek Totem credenza is a welcome addition to small living rooms.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2026
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Avoid blocking windows with tall furniture; a low-profile credenza or shelf might be a better choice than a wardrobe.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Jan. 2026
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Consider installing a ceiling fixture with a light switch by the door for general lighting and add a small table lamp to an entryway console or a pair of wall sconces for ambient evening light.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2026
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This frees up the center console for drive mode controls and storage under the center console.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Huberman, one of the current kings of longevity podcasts, is the showcase speaker on a day with some 2,000 attendees.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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As a showcase of youth innovation, future artificial intelligence technology took center stage in Rancho Cordova with students showing off their bots.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“China closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china%20closet. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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