as in glasses
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
Ensconced in a historic palazzo in the city’s San Frediano neighborhood—long a haven for artisans—Moleria Locchi earned its reputation in the 1800s for painstakingly restoring glass and crystal treasures ranging from antique goblets to Murano candelabras.
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goblets
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Board member Maria Alonzo read the statement in Spanish, pausing several times, removing her glasses and wiping away tears before the vote.—
Michael Dorgan , Jennifer Johnson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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How about plates, glasses, and utensils?—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Oct. 2025
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Following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder, Invita Café in Rancho Santa Fe placed stickers on its coffee cups in his honor.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Despite his warning, lead poisoning may have contributed to the downfall of the Roman Empire through the use of lead in wine, bowls, cups, and cosmetics.—
Tom Frieden,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Goblets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goblets. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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