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Recent Examples of china closet
The Servidors are massive and must be kept in a storage unit, but many other items are in the china closet, to the chagrin of Mr. Lepore’s mother, Virginia.
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Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Dan Barry, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
My china closet is peopled with memories, but only for me.
—Jessica Hornik, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
Thomas Markle had been the classic bull in the china closet in the runup to the 2018 wedding.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2021
There is a walk-in china closet that would make any tableware collector swoon: its felted floor-to-ceiling shelves store her vast porcelain collection.
—Dana Thomas, ELLE Decor, 14 Dec. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for china closet
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Investigators said the argument escalated into a physical fight when the female suspect began swinging and striking the victim in the chest and head and then pulling her hair.—
Alexa Ashwell,
Baltimore Sun,
1 May 2026
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Changing this simple action may go a long way in preventing that burning feeling in the chest.—
Karen Berger,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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Protections from war, natural disasters or other crises Created in 1990, the program allows the Department of Homeland Security secretary to protect immigrants already in the United States from being deported to countries experiencing war, natural disasters and other emergencies.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the statute requires the Homeland Security secretary to terminate TPS if the review finds that conditions justifying the designation no longer exist.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Use open shelves in your laundry room or a convenient storage piece like a bookcase.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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The bookcase is on sale in seven colors, including dark and light wood shades, black, white, green, and blue.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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Trump, the first lady and members of his cabinet enter the White House Press Briefing Room.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Amazon’s Big Summer Beauty Event has arrived, perfectly-timed for anyone looking to refresh their beauty cabinet by enjoying up to 30% off select cosmetics through May 10.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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Health inspectors found excess water between the stack of plates at the buffet service line.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 1,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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The Italian Manfredi’s, the main dining room, the Restaurant, the World Cafe (a buffet with everything imaginable including lobster, steaks and pasta) and 24-hour room service, are all included in your fare.—
Malika Bowling,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Among other documents released was an image from Epstein’s home showing a series of photographs along a credenza and in drawers.—
Collin Binkley,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Among other documents released was an image from Epstein’s home showing a series of photographs along a credenza and in drawers.—
Collin Binkley,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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GalaxyBids has launched its online auction platform, where participants can now bid for luxury goods such as designer handbags and gaming consoles.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, Americans aren't the only people getting smashed by the console's new prices.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Patriots showed significant interest in Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon before the draft, meeting him at two all-star college showcases and hosting him for a pre-draft visit a few weeks ago.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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That kind of star turn has a long precedent for receiving awards love, particularly when biopics become showcases for actors.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“China closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/china%20closet. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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