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
Just be wise about your investments — avoid impulsive window shopping in favor of researching quality items that increase your quality of life.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
The prosecution displayed dozens of items of evidence in front of the jury, including guns that were found during home searches and an antifa flag.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Mar. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
In addition to increasing staffing, the school created pop-up stands around the concourse to sell particular items—a water stand, a soda stand, a pretzel stand, etc.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Give yourself plenty of time at the airport, and keep the unworn items separate and ready to show during the VAT refund process.
—Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
Do not burn debris or other items during an air quality alert.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Dn Deconation Decorative Bowl Hamid suggests storing tiny items in this small decorative piece that doubles as a display.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Watch this video to see how to hide ads and other distracting items in Safari.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
The prosecution displayed dozens of items of evidence in front of the jury, including guns that were found during home searches and an antifa flag.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Mar. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
In addition to increasing staffing, the school created pop-up stands around the concourse to sell particular items—a water stand, a soda stand, a pretzel stand, etc.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Give yourself plenty of time at the airport, and keep the unworn items separate and ready to show during the VAT refund process.
—Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
Do not burn debris or other items during an air quality alert.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Dn Deconation Decorative Bowl Hamid suggests storing tiny items in this small decorative piece that doubles as a display.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Watch this video to see how to hide ads and other distracting items in Safari.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for items
Noun
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As a result, Chandra is good for a lot of things, but its limitations matter when considering those big questions above.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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When our hour was nearly over, a Rikers representative ordered us to wind things down.—
Maer Roshan,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The grand opening Tuesday of the center on the library’s ground floor was a showcase of AI tools and demonstrations from San Jose State students, city departments and partners like LEGO Education, with fun stuff like robots on display.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2026
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This is once-in-a-lifetime stuff.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Items.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/items. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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