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a container used for drinking liquids that has a round bowl on top of a stem attached to a flat base
The water was served in fancy crystal goblets.
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Recent Examples of goblets
Leave time to check out the Mardi Gras Museum inside the courthouse, which includes more than 800 pieces of Carnival flair, from costumes and goblets to throws and dresses.
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Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
To round out the Mary Kay sensibility—beauty without eros—big earners received diamond bumblebee pins, golden goblets, and birthstone rings.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
With that in mind, Yvonne and I sat down with our golden goblets to unpack the Season 10 reunion.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
From gilded Love is Blind goblets to menacing Squid Game guards, the space is engineered for photo ops.
—Kate Springer, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Keep an eye out for red water goblets for storing candy in.
—Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
Save on vintage-looking wine glasses that look like the show’s go-to goblets and a regal area rug.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Other photos shared show the wedding's table settings, featuring amber goblets, burgundy flowers, and a sea of twinkly lights.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 18 Nov. 2025
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.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
To round out the Mary Kay sensibility—beauty without eros—big earners received diamond bumblebee pins, golden goblets, and birthstone rings.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
With that in mind, Yvonne and I sat down with our golden goblets to unpack the Season 10 reunion.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
From gilded Love is Blind goblets to menacing Squid Game guards, the space is engineered for photo ops.
—Kate Springer, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Keep an eye out for red water goblets for storing candy in.
—Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
Save on vintage-looking wine glasses that look like the show’s go-to goblets and a regal area rug.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Other photos shared show the wedding's table settings, featuring amber goblets, burgundy flowers, and a sea of twinkly lights.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 18 Nov. 2025
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.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goblets
Noun
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Unlike clunky acupressure bands or funky glasses, the Essence Essential Oil Nasal Diffusers are surprisingly discreet.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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During the April encounter, which was captured on video and obtained by the State Journal, Nelson allegedly grabbed a motorist's glasses and stomped on them in a fight over parking.—
Carrie Johnson,
NPR,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Combine 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 10 drops of garlic extract in a spray bottle and shake well.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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Add 3 cups salted pita chips and mix gently to incorporate.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 June 2026
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“Goblets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goblets. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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