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
  • According to authorities, Maniscalco used a marker to write the safe combination on the victim's forehead and also marked the victim's chest while threatening further violence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Elegant details like a marble top are even more reasons to bring a chest home.
    — Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of chest
Noun
  • Midterms spark calls for White House shakeups The White House faced calls for policy and personnel shakeups after brutal midterm elections, with the defense secretary under most pressure.
    — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026
  • That person typically has no responsibility to come to a local elections office; ballot status can be found on the Mississippi secretary of state's office website.
    — BILL BARROW, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of secretary
Noun
  • The top of the bookcase displayed a golden Japanese fan with a cloud tree painted on it.
    — Kristin Idaszak, Longreads, 22 Oct. 2026
  • While sorting through the home, staff found the book tucked away in an old bookcase.
    — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of bookcase
Noun
  • Fears that Kirk would not work well with the Democratic cabinet were dispelled by Broward Williams, celebrating his retention of the state treasurer’s office at his home at Tallahassee.
    — Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The Best Place To Store Perfume To keep your perfume fresh, store it in a dark cabinet or drawer, preferably in a cooler room than the bathroom.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of cabinet
Noun
  • Skipping the Handwashing Station Those handwashing stations located near cruise ship buffets aren’t decorative.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Supporters had filtered into a ballroom at the Westin Galleria Dallas hotel, adorned with Texas and American flags, plus a bar and a buffet.
    — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Amaranthus blooms brush brass family heirlooms and fresh pomegranates on a credenza.
    — Mehr Singh, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
  • That warmth extends to the living room, anchored by a bespoke credenza with vinyl pockets and runs across the wall.
    — Keith Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of credenza
Noun
  • Sales in its Client and Gaming segment fell 8%, as the 40% decline in Gaming (mostly chips for gaming consoles) was more than offset by a 7% increase in Client (home to sales of CPUs for PCs).
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The console has already appeared at several maker events, where eager kids have punched and kicked its chunky buttons.
    — Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of console
Noun
  • Event co-sponsor LRS Waste Management Services is presenting the touch-a-truck display and a self-driving electric vehicle showcase, which will include test drives.
    — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Historically, Indigenous tourism meant mass tourism—big numbers watching a quick dance or showcase, shaped by what non-Indigenous operators thought visitors wanted.
    — Liam Freeman, Vogue, 11 Nov. 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 13 Nov. 2026.

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