as in devices
an article intended for use in work
participants in the class must supply their own writing utensils
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Recent Examples of utensils
The store was cited for lacking sanitizer, which caused utensils to go unsanitized for two to three days, according to the report.
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Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Apr. 2026
Allen is brought finger foods on a tray and is not allowed utensils, the source said.
—Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
According to the webpage, MidnighTreats also prides itself in using sustainable supplies, such as compostable cups, cornstarch utensils, aluminum water bottles and paper straws.
—Jane Godiner, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
Reach-in coolers that didn’t keep food safe from bacteria growth and utensils stored in filthy spots shut down a Miami restaurant after inspection last week.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
My silverware drawer is packed with personality—it’s filled with assorted spoons, forks, knives, chopsticks, plastic take-out utensils, and metal straws that my family and I use on a regular basis.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Research shows that coated non-stick pans, plastic cutting boards and disposable utensils all release substantial quantities of microplastic particles during everyday use.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
However, the quality of silicone utensils is much more all over the place.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
Overly Large or Unnecessary Cabinetry Cabinets are an excellent feature for storing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, food, and more.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Apr. 2026
Allen is brought finger foods on a tray and is not allowed utensils, the source said.
—Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
According to the webpage, MidnighTreats also prides itself in using sustainable supplies, such as compostable cups, cornstarch utensils, aluminum water bottles and paper straws.
—Jane Godiner, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
Reach-in coolers that didn’t keep food safe from bacteria growth and utensils stored in filthy spots shut down a Miami restaurant after inspection last week.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
My silverware drawer is packed with personality—it’s filled with assorted spoons, forks, knives, chopsticks, plastic take-out utensils, and metal straws that my family and I use on a regular basis.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Research shows that coated non-stick pans, plastic cutting boards and disposable utensils all release substantial quantities of microplastic particles during everyday use.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
However, the quality of silicone utensils is much more all over the place.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
Overly Large or Unnecessary Cabinetry Cabinets are an excellent feature for storing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, food, and more.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utensils
Noun
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Sometimes the batteries on the trackers would run low, and McGovern’s team would need to remove and recharge the devices, before surreptitiously replacing them.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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In 2021, a critical vulnerability in Log4j—a logging library maintained by a handful of volunteers—exposed hundreds of millions of devices.—
Evan Johnson,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Apr. 2026
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Our editors are big fans of Dyson’s hair tools—and especially so for travel days.—
Charley Ward,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the company said, more than 8 million advertisers now use at least one of its generative AI creative tools, with particularly strong adoption among small and midsize advertisers.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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All 12 songs incorporate bells or bell-like instruments into their sparse mixes.—
Billie Bugara,
Pitchfork,
26 Apr. 2026
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In this high-altitude corridor, several observatories operate side by side using some of the most sophisticated instruments ever engineered.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Utensils.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utensils. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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