as in silver
eating and serving utensils
asked for inexpensive stemware and flatware for their wedding
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Recent Examples of flatware
The trend expert says ruby-toned tableware, gold flatware, and amethyst glass goblets, set atop a metallic table runner, can set the scene to perfection.
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Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
According to the company’s archives, by 1983, more than half of all flatware bought in the United States was Oneida.
—Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
The Upper East Side store has an exclusive offering of dinnerware items from the Portuguese brand Valsa Home, plus Big Night’s signature candles Dinner Party and After Party, and Sabre flatware sets.
—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
This gear could include two nesting frying pans up to 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter; two nesting pots up to 5 liters; four nesting plates; four nesting cups; four nesting bowls; four flatware sets; four spice jars; and miscellaneous cooking tools.
—New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2025
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Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
According to the company’s archives, by 1983, more than half of all flatware bought in the United States was Oneida.
—Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
The Upper East Side store has an exclusive offering of dinnerware items from the Portuguese brand Valsa Home, plus Big Night’s signature candles Dinner Party and After Party, and Sabre flatware sets.
—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
This gear could include two nesting frying pans up to 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter; two nesting pots up to 5 liters; four nesting plates; four nesting cups; four nesting bowls; four flatware sets; four spice jars; and miscellaneous cooking tools.
—New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flatware
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Golden Globes hostess Nikki Glaser struts down the streets of Los Angeles in silver pumps for her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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The shoes feature side straps that provide extra security and style, and a connection to the ankle strap via a dainty silver buckle.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Monograms also look beautiful engraved on silverware or printed on ceramic cups and plates.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Winslet won an Emmy award for best lead actress in a limited series; and co-stars Julianne Nicholson, as Mare’s best friend Lori Ross, and Evan Peters, as Detective Colin Zabel, won Emmy silverware for their supporting roles.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
8 Jan. 2026
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Amazon quietly discounted dozens of top picks from Stewart’s collection, including Dutch ovens, knife sets, oven mitts, and more, with prices starting at just $8 and discounts going for up to 60 percent off.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The social media post was accompanied by emojis of a knife, an ax and red drops after the statement.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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While major surfaces like cabinetry and walls are starting to warm up, decorative accents from fabrics to tableware are an easy way to embrace the trend.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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The best new statement tableware lets form and hue do the talking before anything is poured or plated.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Flatware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flatware. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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