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as in silver
eating and serving utensils
during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives
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as in dinnerware
dishes used for eating or serving food or drink
the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions
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Recent Examples of tableware
From pots and pans to tablewares, Martha has been outfitting the kitchens and dining areas of home cooks for years.
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
Sleek, modern tableware is definitely having a moment, but there’s something timeless about a detailed dinner plate.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Korean Air, for its part, is leaning into culinary theater, with dishes like marbled-beef bibimbap, octopus rice, and abalone served on Armani/Casa tableware.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
The funding was unveiled earlier this month as part of a sustainability program started two years ago for restaurant operators to replace their utensils with reusable tableware.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
Sleek, modern tableware is definitely having a moment, but there’s something timeless about a detailed dinner plate.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Korean Air, for its part, is leaning into culinary theater, with dishes like marbled-beef bibimbap, octopus rice, and abalone served on Armani/Casa tableware.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
The funding was unveiled earlier this month as part of a sustainability program started two years ago for restaurant operators to replace their utensils with reusable tableware.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableware
Noun
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Felix won silver that year in the 200-meter sprint.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the trash, investigators also found a piece of silver duct tape.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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With four large dinner plates, four smaller dessert plates, and four cereal bowls, this dinnerware set from Martha Stewart’s collection is ideal for special occasions or replacing your dull dishes altogether.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The brand may be known for its durable and high-quality pots and pans, but the sleek ceramic dinnerware is equally hardwearing with its scratch and chip-resistant glaze.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
7 Apr. 2026
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Our lunches were also always served or packed nicely with cloth placemats, napkins, and silverware.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Apr. 2026
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Heard some screams, plates, glasses, silverware hitting the ground, and then everybody was yelling, get down.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Introducing the setting with a majestic crane shot (particularly immersive in 3D), his camera soars above the cave and surveys the desolate landscape.—
Eric Kohn,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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Cozytime Lumo attempts to offer both by combining infrared cooking with AI automation that always picks the ideal settings for different foods.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
24 Apr. 2026
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Layered linens, heirloom-style flatware, and vintage dishes add to that lived-in feel.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
20 Apr. 2026
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Like sunlight shining through leaves, this gold flatware set features hammered handles that provide a subtle rustic detail to the table setting.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Remove Stains From China Get rid of stubborn stains on your china by soaking it in a solution of 2 cups of water and 2 tablespoons each of baking soda and vinegar.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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Sadly, there's no china in the book.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Police recovered a knife at the scene and took two people of interest into custody, authorities said.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Allen was armed with a shotgun, handgun and multiple knives, officials said.—
Bridget Byrne,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Weber has been impressed by Martinez’s contributions with the bat and with his defense behind the plate.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Lee then came up to the plate and fell behind in the count 1-2.—
Tony Gleason,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Tableware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableware. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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