as in silver
eating and serving utensils
we keep the silverware in a separate drawer
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Recent Examples of silverware
As David tried to control the flames, silverware clattered to the floor, and in an effort to save the flaming cake, Ann put it onto a wicker chair.
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Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
Where and when exactly the manners of wielding silverware drifted apart, however, is harder to pinpoint.
—Terry Ward, CNN Money, 20 Dec. 2025
Full kitchens are stocked with appliances, dishes and silverware.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 12 Dec. 2025
When your silverware goes through a cycle in the dishwasher, a chemical reaction occurs when things like your cutlery, detergent, moisture, and high heat of the cycle mix together.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
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Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
Where and when exactly the manners of wielding silverware drifted apart, however, is harder to pinpoint.
—Terry Ward, CNN Money, 20 Dec. 2025
Full kitchens are stocked with appliances, dishes and silverware.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 12 Dec. 2025
When your silverware goes through a cycle in the dishwasher, a chemical reaction occurs when things like your cutlery, detergent, moisture, and high heat of the cycle mix together.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for silverware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silverware
Noun
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Golden Globes hostess Nikki Glaser struts down the streets of Los Angeles in silver pumps for her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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The shoes feature side straps that provide extra security and style, and a connection to the ankle strap via a dainty silver buckle.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Apply it to silver flatware, jewelry, or serving pieces, and use a soft cloth to rub away the tarnish.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Dec. 2025
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Elsa Peretti’s sculptural, minimalist jewelry feels newly modern; at home, antique flatware is making a return to the table.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Amazon quietly discounted dozens of top picks from Stewart’s collection, including Dutch ovens, knife sets, oven mitts, and more, with prices starting at just $8 and discounts going for up to 60 percent off.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The social media post was accompanied by emojis of a knife, an ax and red drops after the statement.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Silverware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silverware. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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