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as in pantries
a built-in space for storage behind a door
a broom closet for the vacuum, carpet sweeper, ironing board, etc.
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as in rooms
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall
a huge walk-in closet
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as in cupboards
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a china closet in the Hepplewhite style
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as in houses
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
he closeted himself in his study, vowing not to emerge until he had finished the term paper
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Recent Examples of closets
Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026
Fallen evergreen needles can be gathered and transformed into fragrant sachets that freshen up drawers, closets, or linen cabinets.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Fit them in doorways, cabinets, closets, narrow cubbies, and shelving.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
Thinking of tackling one of your closets soon?
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
The ample bathroom sports a double vanity and a free-standing soaking tub, while there are two separate closets for couples or a single fashionista.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2026
The bedroom comes with two walk-in closets, an en suite bathroom, and built-ins for even more storage.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 5 Jan. 2026
Despite looking like a fighter pilot who could win a game of dogfight football, Colin isn’t framed as a temptation for Marissa, and a lack of sexy secrets proves to be a recurring blind spot for the series, even if those two have plenty of other skeletons in their massive, boring closets.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
The main level also contains the primary suite, with a spa-like steam shower, soaking tub and custom closets, as well as a guest retreat, a formal office, a fitness room and several entertainment spaces.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
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But if guests are arriving soon, closets are an ideal spot to hide clothes, toys, and just about any item that’s causing clutter.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026
Fallen evergreen needles can be gathered and transformed into fragrant sachets that freshen up drawers, closets, or linen cabinets.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Fit them in doorways, cabinets, closets, narrow cubbies, and shelving.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
Thinking of tackling one of your closets soon?
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
The ample bathroom sports a double vanity and a free-standing soaking tub, while there are two separate closets for couples or a single fashionista.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2026
The bedroom comes with two walk-in closets, an en suite bathroom, and built-ins for even more storage.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 5 Jan. 2026
Despite looking like a fighter pilot who could win a game of dogfight football, Colin isn’t framed as a temptation for Marissa, and a lack of sexy secrets proves to be a recurring blind spot for the series, even if those two have plenty of other skeletons in their massive, boring closets.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
The main level also contains the primary suite, with a spa-like steam shower, soaking tub and custom closets, as well as a guest retreat, a formal office, a fitness room and several entertainment spaces.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for closets
Noun
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Some deliveries are made through mobile food pantries, while other locations are set and offer food on a regular basis.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Jan. 2026
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The college also expanded its emergency aid, food pantries and social services to help students stay enrolled despite economic uncertainty.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
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Across rooms and conversations, three themes stood out clearly.—
Vaishali Nigam Sinha,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Corey’s enormous productions and Ritchie’s conversational flows feel hypnotic in dark rooms over large sound systems, but on an intimate listen, moments like these meander.—
Benny Sun,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
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Open cupboards and vanities to allow warm air to reach pipes, especially in kitchens and bathrooms.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Jan. 2026
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People typically work two, three or more jobs just to survive, and still cupboards and refrigerators are nearly bare.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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This slab of a sandwich houses everything good under one bready roof.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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And, for many of us, that's the cabinet that houses our reusable water bottles and mugs.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
26 Jan. 2026
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Water supply pipes in unheated interior areas, including basements, crawl spaces, attics, garages and cabinets.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
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Look in the garage, and under kitchen and bathroom cabinets.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tested the drinking water for contaminants, and environmental consultants tested the soil, HVAC systems, indoor air and surfaces including floors, desks and lockers.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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The most central girls’ bathroom was on the first floor, at the back of the school, around the corner from the corridor of orange lockers that belonged to the lower schoolers.—
Nell Freudenberger,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Closets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closets. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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