cubes

plural of cube
as in chambers
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided even though they worked in adjoining cubes, the two coworkers rarely acknowledged one another's existence

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Recent Examples of cubes Double-wall insulation keeps your water or drink of choice ice-cold for up to 24 hours, and the wide opening is large enough to fit ice cubes inside. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2026 The cubes are sold across the Southeast, and shoppers along the Gulf Coast can find them at a number of local stores. Ascend Agency, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026 Next, cut it into cubes or slices. Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 Cut in smaller cubes, which will melt faster and more evenly. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026 Gone are the days when connecting with others meant hovering awkwardly around a plate of sweating cheese cubes, or trying to fit your whole name on a too-small name tag. Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Just toss in the cubes or block of sour cream in the appropriate amount. Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024 Cut bread into cubes or leave in slices. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2024 Additionally, the Goan gets the same metal switch cubes from the larger 650s. New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • Senate and Assembly budget committees are scheduled to hold hearings Monday morning to review the spending plan and legislators in both chambers are expected to vote on the budget later in the day.
    Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2026
  • Thermal chambers replicate the effects of heat and humidity on apparel donned by people or robot mannequins.
    ABC News, ABC News, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • Essentially, this transition marks the point where our cells are set up with the precursors required for organ formation, one of the most critical events in human development.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 June 2026
  • Hotel rooms are converted from former prison cells.
    Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • In southwest Utah, the Cottonwood fire has exploded to more than 144 square miles, tearing through canyons, ski terrain and cabins as steep cliffs hamper ground crews and heavy equipment.
    Ty ONeil, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026
  • Beloved cabins and lifelong memories reduced to ashes As officials continue assessing the ongoing damage, the full toll of the Cottonwood Fire remains unknown.
    Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Instead, opt for a more secure purse like this anti-theft messenger bag, which has a zipper at the top, locking compartments, slash-resistant material, and RFID-blocking panels.
    Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026
  • When folded, the assembly, which included compartments for stationery and writing paraphernalia, could be used as a writing desk.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Work is currently concentrated on four bays, before moving to the rest of the gallery.
    Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 26 June 2026
  • Youth on Course is going off-course for its next play-time opportunity for juniors, partnering with Topgolf to provide access to hitting bays for just $5 this summer.
    Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

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“Cubes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cubes. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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