as in silver
eating and serving utensils
asked for inexpensive stemware and flatware for their wedding
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Recent Examples of flatware
Like sunlight shining through leaves, this gold flatware set features hammered handles that provide a subtle rustic detail to the table setting.
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Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
While older shoppers may spring for a full table’s worth of products, said Sofia Stephens, a founder of the Los Angeles housewares and provisions store Bucatini, younger clients are purchasing a single Ginori oval dish ($220) or one place setting of Sabre flatware ($94) to spruce up at-home meals.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
For families Opt for the Paiza Family Suite, complete with a social kitchen with an island (the kitchen has child-height counters and child-friendly flatware).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
However, drying with a towel will reduce water spots on glasses and flatware.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
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Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
While older shoppers may spring for a full table’s worth of products, said Sofia Stephens, a founder of the Los Angeles housewares and provisions store Bucatini, younger clients are purchasing a single Ginori oval dish ($220) or one place setting of Sabre flatware ($94) to spruce up at-home meals.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
For families Opt for the Paiza Family Suite, complete with a social kitchen with an island (the kitchen has child-height counters and child-friendly flatware).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
However, drying with a towel will reduce water spots on glasses and flatware.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flatware
Noun
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No one wanted to stand behind the commanding warriors, draped in blankets and furs, brass hoops in their earlobes, medals and wampum on their strong chests, silver armbands glinting in the light.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Video from the scene showed firefighters using machinery to haul silver tanks from the property.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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There are just too many uncertainties about every other possible title contender while Arsenal have the potential to get even better after a taste of silverware this season.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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There, the aluminum is meant to react with hot water and detergent to transfer any tarnish found on the silverware to the aluminum foil.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
21 May 2026
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He was accused of using a knife and golf club to attack Joseph before ripping out his eye and setting fire to the animal.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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The influx of travelers translates to a higher probability of TSA confiscating or surrendering restricted items, from pocket knives to perfume.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
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The design shop, Thema, carries luxury leather goods, tableware, and the same designer furniture as your room—orders placed on-site come with a discount off your stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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There was also a pavilion dedicated to tableware, so there was already this intention of promoting the French art of living.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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“Flatware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flatware. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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