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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
Formerly called Richard Ginori, the firm’s artisans have been producing luxury porcelain tableware and other elements for the home for nearly 300 years.
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 May 2025
Bloomingdale’s 34-piece AQUA capsule offers fans a way to mirror the show’s visuals, while CB2’s new interiors line—spanning tableware to upholstered furniture—reimagines the White Lotus spa aesthetic in tangible form.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Sales from the collection of tableware and decorations benefit Borne, a medical research charity endeavoring to end premature birth, and photos of baby Athena were spotted in the display.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Dishes include all non-metal tableware and kitchenware except for utensils; pots and pans include iron and steel cookware; lamps include only non-LED lamps.
—Pablo Robles, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 May 2025
Bloomingdale’s 34-piece AQUA capsule offers fans a way to mirror the show’s visuals, while CB2’s new interiors line—spanning tableware to upholstered furniture—reimagines the White Lotus spa aesthetic in tangible form.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Sales from the collection of tableware and decorations benefit Borne, a medical research charity endeavoring to end premature birth, and photos of baby Athena were spotted in the display.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Dishes include all non-metal tableware and kitchenware except for utensils; pots and pans include iron and steel cookware; lamps include only non-LED lamps.
—Pablo Robles, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tableware
Noun
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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
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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
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The two inner cabinets are ideal for holding dinnerware, small kitchen appliances, and books, making this a piece that can go in your kitchen, entryway, or living room.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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And definitely have a few sets on hand—babies love to drop and throw their dinnerware.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
29 Apr. 2025
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Inter lost the Scudetto on the final day of the Serie A season to Napoli, and after also losing in the Coppa Italia semi final to AC Milan, Europe remains their only chance of winning silverware this season.—
Emmet Gates,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Their lack of silverware, relative to their size, excited their American buyers, too.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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WordPress and Squarespace offer options in your settings panels to prevent third-party sharing and exclude your site from AI crawlers.—
Henry Kurkowski,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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These events, often held in vibrant and relaxed settings, offer a blend of flavorful food and premium cannabis, allowing attendees to indulge in both culinary delights and recreational use of cannabis in a socially engaging environment.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
29 May 2025
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This impressive establishment specializes in English antiques, alongside a wide selection of sterling and plated flatware and hollowware.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
23 May 2025
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For example, certain household goods like dishes and flatware, sporting goods, and toys saw prices fall about 11%, 5% and 2%, respectively, in the past year.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
6 May 2025
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Pro tip: Don't settle for paper plates, bring your best china from home.—
Sydney Bergan,
USA Today,
6 May 2025
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Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
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The knife was attached to a cable and measured to be seemingly less than an inch away from Cruise’s eyeball.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Two suspects reportedly ran up on the officer, threatened him with a knife and beat him, breaking his orbital bone.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
24 May 2025
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Using tongs, transfer meatballs and garlic cloves to a large plate.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
30 May 2025
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Heavier plates can slide beneath lighter ones, heating and melting the rock and creating magma.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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“Tableware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tableware. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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