trays

plural of tray

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Recent Examples of trays Serving trays for entertaining over $50 This classy Mother of Pearl serving tray is made to order with custom sizing and trim. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trays
Noun
  • No catch-all dishes, served on individual plates.
    Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 29 June 2026
  • Whereas the sights and sounds of South End lean toward bar crowds and joggers traversing the Rail Trail, SouthPark is more about catching a whiff of Le Labo and seeing couples settle in at a corner table with glasses of Cabernet and small plates.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 June 2026
Noun
  • Made with real fruit juices, these cups of Italian ice come in lemon and strawberry flavors and make the perfect sweet treat for summer.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
  • Just before serving, using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat 1½ cups heavy cream and a large pinch of kosher salt in a medium bowl until medium peaks form.
    Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Battle Creek's cereal heritage is celebrated each summer during Cereal Festival, which features a parade, a 5K race, live entertainment and thousands of free bowls of cereal.
    Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • The hours of sleuthing the world’s largest online retailer for covetable candle holders, throw pillows, and serving bowls have paid off.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Both waiters and watchers then make a beeline back to their original spaces, often losing out to another parker and driving around some more.
    Norman Steisel, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026
  • Giresse struck up a friendship with Zein in Mexico after Zein decided to organize a match between himself and American kids attending the World Cup against waiters from a hotel in Mexico City.
    Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • This is typically done by taking the iPhone online, or pairing it with another Apple device that can connect to Apple’s servers.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • But the servers and butlers certainly step up and can be seen indulging young guests, giving parents the chance to dine uninterrupted.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Dump standing water from fountains, pet bowls, and plant saucers to stop mosquito breeding.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
  • Empty standing water at least once a week (birdbaths, pet bowls, plant saucers), fix dripping faucets and keep gutters clear.
    Sharon Wu, USA Today, 16 June 2026

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“Trays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trays. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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