as in pantries
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
On the other hand, the use of GLP-1s has increased ThredUp’s inventory and sales of plus-sized clothing as more people on the drugs put their old wardrobes up for sale.
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Melissa Repko, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Shoppers who grew up on disposable fast fashion are enlisting tailors and seamstresses to give off-the-rack purchases a custom fit or personal flair, to revive secondhand finds or to extend the lives of their wardrobes, according to fashion industry experts.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Not quite blue, nor a vibrant green, mint is poised to bring a welcome jolt to your spring wardrobes.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2026
While many of us have a classic trench coat in our wardrobes, Meghan made the case for a trench dress.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Storytelling elements Trims cannot be ignored in denim’s evolution from reliable uniform cloth to being a uniquely personal foundational piece in consumers’ wardrobes.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
With vintage terrazzo flooring, coffered ceilings, built in clean-line wooden wardrobes, and minimalist decor, this spot is a midcentury Italian dream, softened by the country charm of its setting, not far from the historic village of Gravedona.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Farfetch found that most luxury wardrobes are relatively small and carefully curated, with 79 percent of those surveyed owning five or fewer high-end fashion items.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
All wardrobes can benefit from the right shapewear.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
Melissa Repko, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Shoppers who grew up on disposable fast fashion are enlisting tailors and seamstresses to give off-the-rack purchases a custom fit or personal flair, to revive secondhand finds or to extend the lives of their wardrobes, according to fashion industry experts.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Not quite blue, nor a vibrant green, mint is poised to bring a welcome jolt to your spring wardrobes.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2026
While many of us have a classic trench coat in our wardrobes, Meghan made the case for a trench dress.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Storytelling elements Trims cannot be ignored in denim’s evolution from reliable uniform cloth to being a uniquely personal foundational piece in consumers’ wardrobes.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
With vintage terrazzo flooring, coffered ceilings, built in clean-line wooden wardrobes, and minimalist decor, this spot is a midcentury Italian dream, softened by the country charm of its setting, not far from the historic village of Gravedona.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Farfetch found that most luxury wardrobes are relatively small and carefully curated, with 79 percent of those surveyed owning five or fewer high-end fashion items.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
All wardrobes can benefit from the right shapewear.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wardrobes
Noun
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By the 17th and 18th centuries, jam became a staple in European pantries, later making its way over to American tables.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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The nonprofit also organizes pop-up pantries, helps senior centers and supports homeless shelters.—
Mike Spatocco,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The curatorial choices are less about building an experience around some grand concept or documenting an important moment in art history, and more about showing off what is in the storeroom, or in this case, the closets.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Check your guest rooms for clutter in drawers and closets, as well as in the bathroom and bedside tables.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The home had several storage cupboards with bifold doors that would have been impractical to remove.—
Amy Bradford,
Architectural Digest,
21 Mar. 2026
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Makes sure all food on counters or in cupboards is stored in airtight food storage containers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Today, there are hundreds of rejects packed in wood cabinets and cardboard boxes.—
Steve Hartman,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Inspectors noted droppings in cabinets, containers of coffee filters and open bags of caramel frappe powder, according to the report.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 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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