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as in flatware
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 plates
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 tablewares
From pots and pans to tablewares, Martha has been outfitting the kitchens and dining areas of home cooks for years.
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
Holcomb's sleek kitchen and tablewares make excellent gifts for any design-minded cooks in your life (even if said cook is yourself).
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
Holcomb's sleek kitchen and tablewares make excellent gifts for any design-minded cooks in your life (even if said cook is yourself).
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tablewares
Noun
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Layered linens, heirloom-style flatware, and vintage dishes add to that lived-in feel.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
20 Apr. 2026
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Like sunlight shining through leaves, this gold flatware set features hammered handles that provide a subtle rustic detail to the table setting.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
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These are clutter-free spaces, cool and calming with occasional nods to Moroccan heritage in the form of black-and-white photography of Rabat’s heritage sites in the rooms, and handmade plates adorning walls in the corridors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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The dinner portion of the event had just begun, with workers trying to navigate the crowded room to clear the salad plates from the first course.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pirro described knives and guns Allen was carrying.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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He was armed with a shotgun, a handgun and knives, officials said.—
Kelsie Hoffman,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Concerns grow over school access Ashley Ketcherside's access to girls in school settings – for cheerleading and at the elementary level – led the district to remove her from the committee before January of 2024.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Over the past few years, major Tiffany windows have begun to circulate more frequently, Artnet News reported, often moving from their site-specific settings into private collections and museums.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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That means Ternus’ deep knowledge of Apple’s hardware could be hugely beneficial for its AI ambitions – especially as the company is reportedly working on new types of AI devices like Siri-enabled smart glasses, a pendant and AirPods with cameras, according to Bloomberg.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Pack your phone, wallet, keys, and other essentials, like a glasses case and lip gloss, and prepare to head out for a date night or brunch with friends.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Apr. 2026
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The brand also offers its own tableware and glassware, with the SR Home Collection porcelains crafted in Florence with gold and platinum decorations.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
31 Dec. 2025
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Sakamoto never won Olympic gold but leaves with four career Olympic medals including team and individual silvers from the Milan Cortina Olympics.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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De Langen earned two silvers from the giant slalom and downhill finals, and, as a combined bronze medallist, shared the podium with Kampschreur.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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After years of prediction that time crystals could exist in the real world too, scientists made the first-ever time crystal nearly a decade ago and have found several types of time crystals each with unique properties that could be used for different applications.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
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This Givenchy Haute Couture gown, designed by Riccardo Tisci, featured Swarovski crystals embroidery and dégradé crystal fringes.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Tablewares.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tablewares. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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