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
From peaches to blueberries, our expert growers offer delicious fruits that are easy to care for and thrive in pots and containers.
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
To remedy this, Wood recommends glass containers for storage purposes.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Unlike regular food containers, the ProKeeper creates a tighter seal by pressing up against the guac to keep it green for days (and plenty of tortilla chips) to come.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
The property, constructed primarily of shipping containers and designed in colorful Art Deco style, doubles as a community space with a patio for live music, a vibrant rooftop, and rotating pop-up stores.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
The new restrictions, which took effect last week, prohibit people from carrying open containers and stop vendors from selling alcohol outdoors.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
At the Port of Virginia, humans operate cranes that load containers onto trucks, but the cranes can also arrange huge stacks of containers on their own.
—Peter Eavis, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The containers have leak-proof, airtight lids and are microwave, dishwasher and freezer-safe.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
In the past, steel containers might block Wi-Fi signals, causing frustrating connectivity dead zones.
—Robert Backhouse, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
To remedy this, Wood recommends glass containers for storage purposes.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Unlike regular food containers, the ProKeeper creates a tighter seal by pressing up against the guac to keep it green for days (and plenty of tortilla chips) to come.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
The property, constructed primarily of shipping containers and designed in colorful Art Deco style, doubles as a community space with a patio for live music, a vibrant rooftop, and rotating pop-up stores.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
The new restrictions, which took effect last week, prohibit people from carrying open containers and stop vendors from selling alcohol outdoors.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
At the Port of Virginia, humans operate cranes that load containers onto trucks, but the cranes can also arrange huge stacks of containers on their own.
—Peter Eavis, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The containers have leak-proof, airtight lids and are microwave, dishwasher and freezer-safe.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
In the past, steel containers might block Wi-Fi signals, causing frustrating connectivity dead zones.
—Robert Backhouse, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containers
Noun
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There may be special pick-up days when items that can't usually be placed in curbside recycling bins are collected.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
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Other nearby grain bins are still standing.—
Riley Moser,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Residents were prepared with Ziploc bags full of change, and the runners would give Mardi Gras beads in return for money.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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For the first time on Tuesday, members of the public had to pass through metal detectors and send bags through X-ray machines to access the Capitol on the first day of a session — new security measures that came in the wake of last summer’s violence against state lawmakers.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Season-ticket sales begin Wednesday for current season-ticket holders.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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After that, account holders will have more freedom in how to invest the funds.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The rollers are fast, portable, quiet and mess-free, great for prescription bottles, bills, bank statements, shipping labels and more.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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While the famed Médoc is known as the home of some of the world’s finest bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon, one producer is quietly bucking the trend.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Recyclable items have separate receptacles and in-room toiletries are in large refillable bottles which help reduce waste.—
Scott Laird,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Cartwright recommends glass or BPA-free plastic receptacles, which are suitable for both refrigeration and reheating.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
23 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Treasury also sanctioned associates, companies and vessels allegedly involved in a network used by Maduro’s former oil minister, Tareck El Aissami, to evade sanctions and resell Venezuelan crude through clandestine channels.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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The fleet comprises aging vessels and tankers owned by nontransparent entities with addresses in non-sanctioning countries, and sailing under flags from such countries.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This cute Basmart Duffel is now up to 40 percent off and checks all of my boxes for the perfect personal item.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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In one video posted on Instagram, several people are seen on the side of the bridge unloading what appears to be several boxes of fireworks.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Containers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containers. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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