items

plural of item

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of items Cardboard boxes and paper bags of food items being stored directly on floor of walk-in cooler and dry storage area. — Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026 AliExpress also offers extra perks for Brand+ shoppers, including shipping within five days and free returns on eligible items. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 1 Nov. 2026 Presenting all food items at the same time on the plate – versus saving a dessert or treat for after the meal – visually reminds everyone that food does not have to be earned. — Bryn Beeder, The Conversation, 1 Nov. 2026 Various items are quite large, like altars that might need to be taken apart and put back together in a process akin to an intricate jigsaw puzzle. — Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026 End each day by washing dishes, clearing counters, and putting stray items away. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 31 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for items
Noun
  • In This Article There are occasions that call for heirloom china and sparkling crystal, but a truly gracious host knows that the most enjoyable gatherings aren’t necessarily the ones with the finest things, but rather, a relaxed environment.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Consider pairing your pants with a print bomber jacket that keeps things low-key and perfect for daytime.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • But Cathcarts can’t use the Flora stuff because they’re not supposed to know about the honey trap, not that Morgan knows that he is not supposed to know.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Capricorn December 22 – January 19 The everyday stuff could go surprisingly well today.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026

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“Items.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/items. Accessed 4 Nov. 2026.

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