ITEMS Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

items

noun

plural of item

as in things

a separate part in a list, account, or series they remembered to buy all the items on their grocery list except cereal

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Recent Examples of items The walk-in cooler did not keep items at 41 degrees or below. — Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026 Bishop Martha Mary Sherman, left, carries a crucifix and stand while priests Linda Wilcox, center, and Mary Smith carry other items for a rehearsal for Annie Girresch’s ordination. — Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 But the Dolphins have to place easier-to-cook items on the menu for Willis. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026 That's part of the fun of being a collector -- going after those rare, hard-to-get items. — ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026 Most of the pieces are from the 1980s through the 2000s, with a few newer items. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 On Saturday, the singer and talk show host took to X to share details of her recent experience at Art of Play, a store known for its collection of toys, games, books, puzzles and other unique items. — Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026

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Which brings us back to the list of things that lasted longer than Zacharia’s term as White House Press Secretary.

— Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 18 Oct. 2026
The wide-leg pants keep things relaxed, and the ruched waist on the knit top adds shape and makes the whole look feel more polished than a standard sweatshirt set.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2026

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Even the stuff from the best Japanese markets (and a few chain sushi restaurants) will supply that familiar whiff to varying degrees.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Meanwhile, Kate and Hal are mostly enjoying an interlude that Hal thinks is purely romantic, with a bit of work stuff sprinkled on top, and which Kate has designed as more of a half-and-half experience.

— Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2026

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