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
Divide household items by category, organize them into appropriately sized containers, add labels, and stack them onto shelves in a closet or cabinet that is easily reachable.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
This means getting rid of food containers whose lids have gone MIA.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
That inland facility, expected to be completed in 2027, will have a throughput capacity of 30,000 shipping containers and will provide rail and truck connectivity between central Alabama and the Port of Mobile.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
No bugs in rice, but rodent poop on seasoning containers in a kitchen storage room (over 30 droppings), next to a kitchen bread mixer (over 10 droppings), on the kitchen floor (over 10), and on top of sanitizer buckers under the kitchen dishwasher (over six).
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Meat and shrimp in the meat display refrigerator were stored directly on the surface rather than in clean, food-grade containers.
—Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Some containers of milk in the self-serve refrigerator were dirty.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
Open alcohol containers and six additional shell casings were found at the original crime scene, according to the release.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 Oct. 2025
Your decision to grow them in containers makes sense as bulbs always make a lasting impression in dense container plantings and their garden takeover tendencies can be nullified.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
This means getting rid of food containers whose lids have gone MIA.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
That inland facility, expected to be completed in 2027, will have a throughput capacity of 30,000 shipping containers and will provide rail and truck connectivity between central Alabama and the Port of Mobile.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
No bugs in rice, but rodent poop on seasoning containers in a kitchen storage room (over 30 droppings), next to a kitchen bread mixer (over 10 droppings), on the kitchen floor (over 10), and on top of sanitizer buckers under the kitchen dishwasher (over six).
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Meat and shrimp in the meat display refrigerator were stored directly on the surface rather than in clean, food-grade containers.
—Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Some containers of milk in the self-serve refrigerator were dirty.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
Open alcohol containers and six additional shell casings were found at the original crime scene, according to the release.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 Oct. 2025
Your decision to grow them in containers makes sense as bulbs always make a lasting impression in dense container plantings and their garden takeover tendencies can be nullified.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containers
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Toiletries Similar to bulk pantry goods, clear bins are ideal for storing excess toiletries, like extra bars of soap, razors, or toothbrushes.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Nov. 2025
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While disposals, drains, trash bins, and dishwashers are some of the most likely culprits, your walls and other surfaces could be a source of lingering odors, too.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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Each person can take four bags of food.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
4 Nov. 2025
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The bags—each featuring tonal shades of brown and beige and a bold Coach logo—retail for $350-$395.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Nov. 2025
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Newsweek has revealed dozens of cases involving green card holders and applicants who were swept up in the ICE raids.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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That involves working with brands, advertisers, and rights-holders who are entering the women’s basketball space for the first time.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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Los Angeles police officers were hit with fireworks and bottles during street celebrations after the Dodgers World Series win late Saturday, prompting police to authorize the use of tear gas to quell the chaos.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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About 580,000 bottles of various strengths have been recalled for having the impurities.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Items under consideration include benches, decorative paving and trash receptacles.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Oct. 2025
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The outside of these types of receptacles need a bit of buffing with a dry microfiber towel to rid of fingerprints, smudges, and stains.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Critics challenge legality of US’ LatAm strikes The US struck four more vessels alleged to be carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific, part of a military campaign that analysts say is drastically expanding American presidential power.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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But there are exceptions, one of them being with vessels that don’t have the ability to quickly maneuver out of the way of sudden obstacles.—
David Goodhue
October 31,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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Elsewhere, bones were stored in plastic and paper bags and totes and boxes, often covered with black mold and silverfish, according to the book.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
5 Nov. 2025
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In Mecklenburg County, which has 138,000 SNAP recipients, Second Harvest has given food boxes to local organizations like Nourish Up and Crisis Assistance Ministry.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Containers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containers. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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