items

plural of item

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of items New items will be released on a monthly cadence, but more edited. Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 Brian’s Angels provides immediate need items such as toiletries, nonperishable foods and clothing. Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026 The event highlights the best deals and must-have seasonal items across categories including school supplies, dorm essentials, TVs, mattresses, home upgrades, fall fashion and football gear. Jessica Moore, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026 Keep an eye out for items like handmade wood and metal crafts, traditional Iznik ceramics, colored glass lanterns, fresh spices, and jewelry. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026 Solid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags, according to a TSA spokesperson. Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026 Start small by grouping items by type, discarding excess, and using storage solutions to maintain order and functionality. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026 The menu has gluten-free items marked, but be sure to let servers know of a gluten allergy. Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026 The inspector noted two repeat violations — perishable items not being held at a safe temperature and an insufficient number of sinks for employees to wash their hands. Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for items
Noun
  • The service Casually buttoned-up and (like many other things at this property) classic New York, with concierge and servers always ready to lend a hand—but without fussing over anything.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Is this the same Panthea who hates anyone fake or putting things on?
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Ryan, who made four major-league starts in 2024, has the stuff to compete in the majors, but health has kept him from another call-up.
    Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
  • One industry consultant believes news shows ought to embrace such stuff — and with more speed.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

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“Items.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/items. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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