as in things
a separate part in a list, account, or series
they remembered to buy all the items on their grocery list except cereal
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Recent Examples of items
Starting in April, the most vulnerable populations, such as children and older adults, could be most affected because the government plans to cut or eliminate the few subsidized food items that were sold in stores through the ration booklets.
—
Sarah Moreno
updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Inventory at the Statesmen Market primarily depends on what the Greater Chicago Food Depository has to offer, but there is an online system for Kennedy-King to order select items and quantities from the pantry’s warehouse.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
In the video, HMBL Zay — whose real name is Isaiah Thomas, according to The Express Tribune — was seen walking in front of a car while pushing his items on a highway in Indiana.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Visit Often Unlike traditional retailers, HomeGoods doesn’t restock identical items.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
It has been updated to reflect that menu items from District Biskuits and Howlin’ Fowls will be included.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
The unlawful taking of items from within a building which is either open to the general public or to which the offender has legal access.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2025
Food, refreshments and vendor items will be available for purchase.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Sarah Moreno
updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Inventory at the Statesmen Market primarily depends on what the Greater Chicago Food Depository has to offer, but there is an online system for Kennedy-King to order select items and quantities from the pantry’s warehouse.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
In the video, HMBL Zay — whose real name is Isaiah Thomas, according to The Express Tribune — was seen walking in front of a car while pushing his items on a highway in Indiana.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Visit Often Unlike traditional retailers, HomeGoods doesn’t restock identical items.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
It has been updated to reflect that menu items from District Biskuits and Howlin’ Fowls will be included.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
The unlawful taking of items from within a building which is either open to the general public or to which the offender has legal access.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2025
Food, refreshments and vendor items will be available for purchase.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for items
Noun
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As the Moon moves through your 2nd House of Finances, clear terms help prevent confusion and keep things fair.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Rodriguez is happy to see things coming together as conference play gets into full swing.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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No, that stuff is all incredible and very much the result of good fortune in my career.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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To hell with all that superstitious stuff.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Items.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/items. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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