Thesaurus results for PANTRY

pantry

noun

ˈpan-trē

Definition of pantry next

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 With pantry staples and one pan, this creamy chicken dish transforms the flavors of French onion dip into a warm, satisfying dinner. —

Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026 Refrigerating flour slows oxidation and helps deter pests like weevils and pantry moths. —

Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026 Before heading to the supermarket, Coleman advises that people plan the week's meals with intention and take inventory of what's already in the pantry. —

Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 20 Feb. 2026 Among other ways of giving, many seek to provide iftar for those in need, distributing Ramadan boxes filled with pantry staples, handing out warm meals alongside such things as dates and juice or helping hold free communal meals. —

Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pantry

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Noun

Many of the stars from Class 4A sectional champion graduated, but the cupboard is far from bare.

— Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
The cupboard is bare at receiver with just Xavier Worthy and Jalen Royals, so the Chiefs are desperate for some help there.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026