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as in pantries
a built-in space for storage behind a door
the colonial dining room features a double-door corner cupboard for the family's finest china
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as in cabinets
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
dishes go in the cupboard next to the sink
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Recent Examples of cupboards
Your sign’s characteristic inventiveness thrives here, so you might be inspired to start DIY projects or rearrange your cupboards.
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Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
From clean cupboards that keep your cooking on track to clutter-free closets that make getting dressed a breeze, having less stuff makes the everyday easier, and who wouldn't want that?
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Even in the coldest days of winter, local families had the ingredients in their cupboards.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Leafs’ priority at the trade deadline must be restocking their barren cupboards with high draft picks and intriguing prospects.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The 137 spacious lake-view rooms feature marble-inlay cupboards and intricate woodwork.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities to warm pipes.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities to allow warm air to reach pipes, especially in kitchens and bathrooms.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 24 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, so warm air can reach pipes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
From clean cupboards that keep your cooking on track to clutter-free closets that make getting dressed a breeze, having less stuff makes the everyday easier, and who wouldn't want that?
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Even in the coldest days of winter, local families had the ingredients in their cupboards.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Leafs’ priority at the trade deadline must be restocking their barren cupboards with high draft picks and intriguing prospects.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The 137 spacious lake-view rooms feature marble-inlay cupboards and intricate woodwork.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities to warm pipes.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities to allow warm air to reach pipes, especially in kitchens and bathrooms.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 24 Jan. 2026
Open cupboards and vanities, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, so warm air can reach pipes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cupboards
Noun
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The Internet Quickly Followed Along In the two weeks after the clip went viral, people across the country rushed to their pantries to throw the sandwich together.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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The demand for help with buying food continues to rise in Central Florida, with more people showing up at food pantries amid rising grocery prices.—
Camila Gomez,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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Another is furniture-style cabinets, which can ground a room and give it architectural weight.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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As noted, those weights relate to the empty base models without any drawers, slides, cabinets or equipment.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
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The best date for cleaning closets will vary based on when winter weather comes to a close.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Some items are pulled from closets and donated to the program (Barber pointed out one donation of around 60 pairs of the same size of shoes that came from one person), and others come from area businesses.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Members’ lockers line the winding back hallway.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
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Devices must be turned off and stored in lockers or pouches for the entire school day.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Cupboards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cupboards. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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