as in silver
eating and serving utensils
we keep the silverware in a separate drawer
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Recent Examples of silverware
With 160 honored guests at the banquet, everything from the silverware to the seating was strategically arranged in advance.
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Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The Loons are fourth in the MLS Supporters Shield race — read: best regular-season record — but winning that piece of silverware will need MNUFC to jump over three other clubs and stave off others beneath them, with only four matches to go.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Those efforts culminated, ultimately, in the selection of 800 works for the pavilion’s Sept. 13 relaunch, including silverware, ceramics, jewelry, furniture, textiles, glassware, craft and industrial design objects — many of which have never before been displayed to the public.
—Constance Droganes, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2025
Chopsticks nest on linen napkins alongside classic bistro silverware.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
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Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The Loons are fourth in the MLS Supporters Shield race — read: best regular-season record — but winning that piece of silverware will need MNUFC to jump over three other clubs and stave off others beneath them, with only four matches to go.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Those efforts culminated, ultimately, in the selection of 800 works for the pavilion’s Sept. 13 relaunch, including silverware, ceramics, jewelry, furniture, textiles, glassware, craft and industrial design objects — many of which have never before been displayed to the public.
—Constance Droganes, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2025
Chopsticks nest on linen napkins alongside classic bistro silverware.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silverware
Noun
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From chemistry to caring Ramirez was born in Zacatecas, Mexico, known for its silver mines, agriculture, and strong cultural pride.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Oct. 2025
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With metallic outfits and coordinating accessories, including silver hooped earrings, sparkling necklaces, super-cool shades, silver heels, and a beaded purse, Barbie Deluxe’s look is one that reigns supreme.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This gear could include two nesting frying pans up to 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter; two nesting pots up to 5 liters; four nesting plates; four nesting cups; four nesting bowls; four flatware sets; four spice jars; and miscellaneous cooking tools.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Oct. 2025
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The brand also offers a silver cream and liquid polish that removes tarnish and restores shine to flatware, trays, and other decorative pieces.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The woman took off and was found hiding in nearby woods holding a knife, police told WCMH.—
Jennifer Rodriguez,
Kansas City Star,
30 Sep. 2025
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The labor market is balancing on a knife edge, with little hiring and little firing making for tight conditions.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Silverware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silverware. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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