silver plate

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Recent Examples of silver plate Behind the vanity, three silver plates hang on a back wall, serving as frames for midsize felt works. Grace Edquist, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2023 The focaccia is served on a silver plate and is paired with wine in a chalice. Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 June 2023 The heel features sterling-silver plates listing both brands, and shoe laces are available in yellow, white or Tiffany Blue. Louisa Ballhaus, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2023 Putin on a silver plate. Catherine Garcia, The Week, 19 July 2022 See All Example Sentences for silver plate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silver plate
Noun
  • One of them cut Ford's throat with a 12-inch dagger, while two others stabbed him in the stomach with long fighting knives.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 6 June 2025
  • Trump’s entire economic agenda is sitting on a knife’s edge.
    Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Noun
  • The triptych is set in a silver and gilt mount, enhanced with colored enamel, precious stones, emeralds, rubies, sapphires and pearls, the Byzantium department said in its statement.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
  • Its sunglasses, made from such materials as organic acetate, titanium, sterling silver and even 18k solid gold, can require 250 individual steps and as many as two years to make.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2025
Noun
  • The tumult of the past few months has placed Europe at a geopolitical fork in the road.
    Theodore Bunzel, Foreign Affairs, 30 May 2025
  • The broad fork, a big garden fork with very heavy tines that sink into and lift soil, is another tool that's used to turn soil.
    Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2025
Noun
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt evenly over rice.
    Cathy Thomas, Mercury News, 21 May 2025
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • Yes Standard size: 1.7 oz Pros: Very hydrating; lightweight; suitable for sensitive skin; non-comedogenic Cons: Some users wish the tub came with a spoon.
    Denise Primbet, Glamour, 28 May 2025
  • Remove with slotted spoon; place in a towel to keep warm.
    Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 28 May 2025
Noun
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a 10- to 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium heat.
    Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
  • Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons sugar evenly over top.
    Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 29 May 2025

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“Silver plate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silver%20plate. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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