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as in silver
eating and serving utensils
during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives
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as in dinnerware
dishes used for eating or serving food or drink
the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions
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Recent Examples of tableware
The collection includes tableware, glassware, vases, candleholders, dishes, and three different kinds of lighting fixtures.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Table card holders are, in this writer’s opinion, one of the greatest tableware value adds to any dinner party.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Her new 6,500-square-foot flagship, opened this year, builds on that foundation with limited-edition collections, bridal wear, and tableware.
—Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Like the striped tableware in the first Diane Keaton + Hudson Grace line, it will be crafted in Portugal and feature Keaton’s signature painterly black-and-white striped pattern.
—Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Table card holders are, in this writer’s opinion, one of the greatest tableware value adds to any dinner party.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Her new 6,500-square-foot flagship, opened this year, builds on that foundation with limited-edition collections, bridal wear, and tableware.
—Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Like the striped tableware in the first Diane Keaton + Hudson Grace line, it will be crafted in Portugal and feature Keaton’s signature painterly black-and-white striped pattern.
—Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableware
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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Impress your next dinner guests with this 30-piece set of blue-and-white dinnerware.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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China Rather than purchasing a contemporary set of dinnerware, pay homage to the glamorous dinner parties of yesteryear with a vintage china set.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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Monograms also look beautiful engraved on silverware or printed on ceramic cups and plates.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Winslet won an Emmy award for best lead actress in a limited series; and co-stars Julianne Nicholson, as Mare’s best friend Lori Ross, and Evan Peters, as Detective Colin Zabel, won Emmy silverware for their supporting roles.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
8 Jan. 2026
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Shawshank Prison is perhaps Stephen King’s most iconic setting, most notably thanks to the novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption and the movie The Shawshank Redemption.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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In the clips, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were sitting opposite Winfrey, holding hands during the interview, filmed in a lush garden setting.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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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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Sadly, there's no china in the book.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
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Neeson also uses his size and his vigilante-movie reputation to incredible effect, adapting more of a bull-in-a-china-shop energy than Leslie Nielsen’s previous cluelessness.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
1 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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When the doors pop open, expect a menu that includes Florida stone crab and oyster shooters, along with caviar service, hot and chilled small plates and handhelds.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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With sturdy construction, ample shelf space, and glass doors, china cabinets are excellent for storing and displaying delicate china sets, trinkets, decorative plates, heirloom decor, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Tableware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableware. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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