SHELVING Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of shelving

as in cabinetry

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shelving

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verb

present participle of shelve

as in postponing

to assign to a later time let's shelve the project for now

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Noun

This features two single beds in a bunk-style layout, along with some storage shelving. — New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026 How Costco became a 'third place' With its fluorescent lighting, concrete floors, and industrial shelving, Costco might seem like an unlikely setting for leisurely socializing. — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

Verb

The rule formalizes the rollback announced in March 2025, effectively shelving the CTA for domestic businesses. — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Spray mirrors and shelving with a simple mixture of equal parts vinegar and water. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shelving

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Noun

Custom cabinetry wraps around the large windows, and Art Deco pendants illuminate the two central islands.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Quartz counters and quite a lot of shelving and cabinetry round out the space.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of cabinetry

Verb

But postponing change without knowing whom the current program reaches, whether people improve or what another year will cost is not risk avoidance.

— Stephen Sokoler, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
As well as postponing the doc, which is produced by Voltage TV, Netflix has also pulled the trailer from its YouTube channel.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of postponing

Noun

Imagine a rich young thing throwing her fanciful clothes over the door of a bedroom armoire before falling into bed, makeup on, at the end of a day.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
Some thrift stores may accept oversized furniture like executive desks, entertainment centers, and armoires, as well as upholstered pieces like couches and sectionals.

— Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of armoire

Verb

As first revealed by Deadline, insiders expect Brittin to confirm TV and radio network closures after delaying plans to announce the changes this week.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026
According to researchers, a combination of emissions from wildfires, long-term ozone effects and climate change impacts is likely delaying progress.

— Dan Peck, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of delaying

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