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a piece of furniture or a room for storing clothes
There were suits and sweaters hanging in the wardrobe.
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Recent Examples of wardrobes
The campaign encourages consumers to allow their wardrobes to evolve through more qualitative and timeless secondhand options rather than firsthand overconsumption.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
Open the door to the Chamber, and you're faced with a sink, a vanity, two wardrobes, and two frosted-glass doors, behind which are a shower and a toilet.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
This spring, our wardrobes could probably do with a little refresh.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
On the other hand, high-energy eclectic wardrobes were seen at Prada and Marni, with more expressive styling mixing vintage and contemporary references.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Since Helen Taft first donated her 1909 inauguration gown to the museum in 1912, the Smithsonian has assembled more than two dozen dresses, among other pieces, from first ladies’ wardrobes.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter wardrobes are getting a jolt of energy with hues that pop against the usual neutrals, signaling a shift toward pieces that feel lively and playful.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
In the main bedroom, Franco placed the bed within the alcova and built wardrobes with open shelving.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
Fans who go to extreme lengths to recreate the faces, wardrobes, voices and personas of A-listers like Taylor Swift and the Kardashians have emerged as a new genre of social media spectacle.
—Amanda Montell, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
Open the door to the Chamber, and you're faced with a sink, a vanity, two wardrobes, and two frosted-glass doors, behind which are a shower and a toilet.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
This spring, our wardrobes could probably do with a little refresh.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
On the other hand, high-energy eclectic wardrobes were seen at Prada and Marni, with more expressive styling mixing vintage and contemporary references.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Since Helen Taft first donated her 1909 inauguration gown to the museum in 1912, the Smithsonian has assembled more than two dozen dresses, among other pieces, from first ladies’ wardrobes.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter wardrobes are getting a jolt of energy with hues that pop against the usual neutrals, signaling a shift toward pieces that feel lively and playful.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
In the main bedroom, Franco placed the bed within the alcova and built wardrobes with open shelving.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
Fans who go to extreme lengths to recreate the faces, wardrobes, voices and personas of A-listers like Taylor Swift and the Kardashians have emerged as a new genre of social media spectacle.
—Amanda Montell, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wardrobes
Noun
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The Internet Quickly Followed Along In the two weeks after the clip went viral, people across the country rushed to their pantries to throw the sandwich together.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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The demand for help with buying food continues to rise in Central Florida, with more people showing up at food pantries amid rising grocery prices.—
Camila Gomez,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The best date for cleaning closets will vary based on when winter weather comes to a close.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Some items are pulled from closets and donated to the program (Barber pointed out one donation of around 60 pairs of the same size of shoes that came from one person), and others come from area businesses.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Your sign’s characteristic inventiveness thrives here, so you might be inspired to start DIY projects or rearrange your cupboards.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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From clean cupboards that keep your cooking on track to clutter-free closets that make getting dressed a breeze, having less stuff makes the everyday easier, and who wouldn't want that?—
Maggie Gillette,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Another is furniture-style cabinets, which can ground a room and give it architectural weight.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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As noted, those weights relate to the empty base models without any drawers, slides, cabinets or equipment.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Repurpose dressers and armoires to make bathroom vanities and cabinets.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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Know Your Armoire Types There are many different styles of vintage armoires on the market that are worth considering.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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