Thesaurus results for CONTAINERS

containers

noun

plural of container

as in bins

something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation save the plastic containers from the deli for other uses

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Recent Examples of containers For larger containers, Steinkopf recommends inserting a wooden dowel into the pot to check moisture deeper in the root ball, since the bottom may still be damp even if the surface feels dry. — Colleen Sullivan, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026 Both the containers and lids are made from glass, and the lids are sealed with food-safe silicone that latches into place on both sides for an airtight design without leaks. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 The majority of seasoned bakers oversee their starters and dough in separate containers with different tools and setups. — Shirl Leigh july 16, New Atlas, 17 July 2026 Keep scrolling for more travel food must-haves, like a collapsible water bottle, mini snack containers, and more. — Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026 Sanitize Garden Tools Keep a bottle of hydrogen peroxide with your gardening tools for a quick way to clean tools and plant containers. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 July 2026 The new project would allow containers to enter and leave the country without having to pass through the strait, before moving them on trucks overland to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and neighboring Gulf countries. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for containers

Noun

Shoppers should look for bins at the front of the store for suitable items that may not good enough for thrift stores.

— Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 27 July 2026
Ashton subsequently launched YourBinCleaning and began approaching neighbors about washing their dirty bins.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026

Definition of bins

Noun

For a relatively small fee, someone meets you at the aircraft, carries your bags, escorts you through customs in just a few minutes, helps collect your luggage, and takes you directly to your transportation.

— Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Goodie bags alone can cost more than the entire party budget of decades past.

— Annabelle Canela, Parents, 26 July 2026

Definition of bags

Noun

Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, is a two-hour trip from London and a number of ticket-holders expressed their disappointment online, alleging to have arrived from as far afield as Canada.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 July 2026
The ruling has left TPS holders bracing for an uncertain future.

— Reshma Kirpalani, NPR, 29 July 2026

Definition of holders

Noun

Last week, authorities ordered the evacuation of almost 60,000 people near the city of Bordeaux, whose vineyards produce approximately 700 million bottles of wine per year, according to investment advising firm Vineyards Bordeaux.

— Martina Di Licosa, CBS News, 31 July 2026
In order to expedite the process, TSA suggests—but doesn't require—that the liquids be transported in clear and translucent bottles, so they can be screened by the Bottle Liquid Scanners (those in pouches may not be able to).

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of bottles

Noun

The top half included a drop-down writing surface that, when open, revealed additional storage receptacles.

— Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026
Water receptacles across the facility were reported to be dirty, including a bowl shared by 15 goats, a turkey, seven chickens, a llama and a potbellied pig, which contained brownish-black sediment and thick green algae.

— Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026

Definition of receptacles

Noun

The incident, if traced back to Iran, would suggest that Tehran may still be targeting vessels in the strait despite the lull in fighting with the United States.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
Chinese rescue ships and helicopters, along with other vessels in the area, joined the operation.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026

Definition of vessels

Noun

The photography is produced in Japan, capturing the beauty of the country's changing seasons, label colors are inspired by the four seasons and design including gift boxes embraces Japanese aesthetics throughout.

— Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Heirs want to honor their legacy without being buried under boxes of unwanted dishes, figurines, or baseball cards.

— Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2026