Definition of pantrynext
as in cupboard
a built-in space for storage behind a door homemade jams and pickles are stored in a separate pantry off the kitchen

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Recent Examples of pantry From there, a fireside living room features built-in cubbies for storing books or albums and a family room has pocketing glass doors spilling out to a patio, while an eat-in kitchen is outfitted with a center island topped by a hanging pot and plant rack, top-tier appliances, and a butler’s pantry. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2026 The five dining rooms have food pantries offering free groceries. Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026 The food drive will benefit Food for Greater Elgin and other local food pantries, according to a news release. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026 Whip up this trendy and good-for-you coffeehouse drink at home with a few pantry spices. Midwest Living, 5 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pantry
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Noun
  • People typically work two, three or more jobs just to survive, and still cupboards and refrigerators are nearly bare.
    Regina Garcia Cano, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026
  • People typically work two, three or more jobs just to survive, and still cupboards and refrigerators are nearly bare.
    Regina Garcia Cano, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Better yet, thanks to their neutral palette, each piece can be easily mixed and matched with the rest of my closet.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • But if guests are arriving soon, closets are an ideal spot to hide clothes, toys, and just about any item that’s causing clutter.
    Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026

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“Pantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pantry. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.

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