china closet

noun

Definition of china closetnext
as in chest

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Recent Examples of china closet Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding. — Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for china closet
  1. chest
  2. secretary
  3. bookcase
  4. cabinet
  5. buffet
  6. credenza
  7. console
  8. showcase
Noun
  • That doesn’t make their hooting, teeth-baring, chest-beating, or branch-shaking any less of an act of communication.
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The actor then removes his shirt and flexes his chest and biceps.
    — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of chest
Noun
  • Sullivan is a former Marine and Iraq War veteran who served as an assistant secretary at the Department of Veterans Affairs under President Barack Obama.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • In November, voters in 26 states will elect a secretary of state, choosing the officials who will oversee the 2028 presidential race throughout most of the country.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of secretary
Noun
  • There's the moveable bookcase that concealed the hiding place and the staircase helpers used to bring the Franks food and news of the day.
    — Marie Saavedra, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • My bookcase is filled with high-minded proposals made by expert panels, mostly to address budget deficits.
    — Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of bookcase
Noun
  • Both the living and dining rooms have handsome storage cabinets.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Kids had their stash of Beanie Babies, while moms had their vintage plate collections displayed in a china cabinet or on their walls.
    — Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of cabinet
Noun
  • The restaurant, Caffè dell’Oro, which has sidewalk seating overlooking the river, serves a fabulous buffet breakfast and upscale Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • That provides a nice buffet to choose from depending on the topic.
    — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Place it atop a credenza to create a diffused glow throughout the room in lieu of harsh overhead lighting.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Its long, trailing vines can spill over a hanging basket or shelf or creep along a credenza.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of credenza
Noun
  • However, the law does carve out exemptions for motor vehicles, farm equipment, heavy equipment, medical devices, video-game consoles, large home appliances and certain cybersecurity products.
    — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The service is now available to PS5 users across the country through the console's Media hub.
    — Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of console
Noun
  • In any case, the rainy and windy weather is a fantastic showcase of the game's visuals and sound FX work.
    — Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The World Humanoid Robot Games was a showcase of technology but what do 'real' athletes make of it?
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of showcase

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