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as in bins
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
the enlisted man usually stored his uniform in his locker at the foot of his bed
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as in cupboards
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a down-at-the heels health club where most of the lockers look to be unusable
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Recent Examples of lockers
The new signings the Tigers made just before camp energized the entire clubhouse, particularly the other starters sharing a row of lockers in Lakeland.
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Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
The ambiance is warm and elegant, featuring statement lighting, a spectacular wine wall, and liquor lockers for purchase.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
The space feels more like New York, Chicago or Dallas than central Iowa, with dramatic lighting, an architectural wine wall, liquor lockers and an ambiance that balances cosmopolitan polish with Midwestern warmth.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The arena does not provide lockers and will not check weapons at Guest Services.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
There are new lockers assigned, a few non-roster invitees trying to play their way into a pension plan, and some genuinely impressive talent on the depth chart.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
During your treatment, lockers, robes, and slippers are provided, making the time even more comfortable for those who aren’t staying on-site.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Maybe even little lockers for sports gear or special toys — with their name on it.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Frail elderly women, swathed in headscarves and saris, worshipped while sitting on puddled pavement near corroded metal changing lockers plastered with ads for Glow & Lovely skin cream.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
The ambiance is warm and elegant, featuring statement lighting, a spectacular wine wall, and liquor lockers for purchase.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
The space feels more like New York, Chicago or Dallas than central Iowa, with dramatic lighting, an architectural wine wall, liquor lockers and an ambiance that balances cosmopolitan polish with Midwestern warmth.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The arena does not provide lockers and will not check weapons at Guest Services.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
There are new lockers assigned, a few non-roster invitees trying to play their way into a pension plan, and some genuinely impressive talent on the depth chart.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
During your treatment, lockers, robes, and slippers are provided, making the time even more comfortable for those who aren’t staying on-site.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Maybe even little lockers for sports gear or special toys — with their name on it.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Frail elderly women, swathed in headscarves and saris, worshipped while sitting on puddled pavement near corroded metal changing lockers plastered with ads for Glow & Lovely skin cream.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lockers
Noun
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There may be special pick-up days when items that can't usually be placed in curbside recycling bins are collected.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
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Other nearby grain bins are still standing.—
Riley Moser,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Combine these two impulses by looking into home projects, like tidying your kitchen cupboards or even repainting an entire room.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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Even in the coldest days of winter, local families had the ingredients in their cupboards.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This cute Basmart Duffel is now up to 40 percent off and checks all of my boxes for the perfect personal item.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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In one video posted on Instagram, several people are seen on the side of the bridge unloading what appears to be several boxes of fireworks.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There are three functional drawers at the top and two smaller cabinets on each side of a larger central section.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Find out why pros in particular are majorly drawn to honey oak cabinets and other accents for 2026 and get their best tips for how to best incorporate it into your home.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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These piles will be more durable, Yung said, because they are composed of larger trees, some of which have 12-inch diameter trunks.—
Bryan Hendricks,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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My crabapple and witchhazel sprout extra stems at the bottom of their trunks.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Your 4th House of Home becomes a deep well as the nurturing Moon conjoins unearthing Pluto there, encouraging you to cleanse closets and clear emotional dust.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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For those with small closets, consider hanging all your special-occasion and sentimental items in a separate one altogether, such as an underused guest closet.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Some walkers wore blue signs across their chests that displayed their motivations for participating.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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All thoughtfully designed with custom touches— from minibars designed as leather campaign chests to leather writing tables accentuating the space.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Lockers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lockers. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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