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
  • Ho also said Celeste bore two significant penetrating injuries — one wound to her abdomen, which passed through the diaphragm and injured the liver, and the other penetrated the left side of her chest, damaging ribs and entered the chest cavity.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 25 July 2026
  • The family was not present Friday for the medical examiner’s testimony, which featured graphic autopsy photos including two puncture wounds to the chest and abdomen that the medical examiner determined caused the victim’s death.
    — Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of chest
Noun
  • Burnham appointed John Healey, who served as defence secretary in the previous government, as chancellor.
    — , CNBC, 21 July 2026
  • The secretary of state race could also receive outsized attention this fall, as the winner will be the swing state’s chief election officer in 2028.
    — Daniela Suarez, NBC news, 21 July 2026
Definition of secretary
Noun
  • My bookcase is filled with high-minded proposals made by expert panels, mostly to address budget deficits.
    — Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Other standout markdowns include a bamboo bookcase and a statement-making sideboard cabinet.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026
Definition of bookcase
Noun
  • And with the advent of AI-everything, cutouts are old-world antidotes, imbuing a cabinet with a sense of nostalgia, emphasis on craft, and cozy flair.
    — Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
  • Wilson was the director of the Missouri Department of Revenue under Carnahan and the cabinet director under Holden.
    — Jack Harvel July 27, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
Definition of cabinet
Noun
  • Sure, every offseason, rival executives pick apart San Francisco’s coaching staff like a buffet, desperate to steal the secret sauce.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
  • The space features a 1960 Hans Wegner Ox chair from Galerie Half, a 1960s Charlotte Perriand stool from Gallery Roth, and a custom solid-bronze buffet.
    — Punch Hutton, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Nothing beats fresh blossoms on an entryway credenza, kitchen counter, or coffee table—that is, except for fresh blossoms that actually last.
    — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
  • Framed family photos and a black ceramic panther sit on the credenza.
    — Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026
Definition of credenza
Noun
  • Microsoft started selling its inaugural Xbox console in 2001.
    — Jordan Novet,Annie Palmer, CNBC, 23 July 2026
  • Compatible devices for cloud gaming include Xbox consoles (Xbox One and newer), supported TVs (newer Samsungs/LGs), VR headsets, Windows PCs, tablets and mobile devices.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2026
Definition of console
Noun
  • The fields sit just north of Homefield’s sporting showcase center, an arena facility for prep athletics, like club volleyball, basketball and more.
    — Sofi Zeman July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • More on Umzi’s opening The partners plan on having the inside of the restaurant showcase South African design with deep emerald and gold throughout the restaurant.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
Definition of showcase

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“China closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china%20closet. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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