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as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
dishes go in the cupboard next to the sink
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Recent Examples of cupboard
The 11-year veteran has two Cups in his cupboard, the other coming in 2018 with the Washington Capitals, who drafted him with the 23rd pick in 2013.
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Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
Once dry, the beer glass can be placed upside down in a cupboard, so as not to get more dust in it while being stored.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 25 June 2025
The Dursleys grudgingly take Harry in after his parents’ death, forcing him to live in a cupboard under the stairs and essentially treating him like a servant rather than their nephew.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 9 June 2025
The Canadiens’ cupboards are overflowing with promising young defensemen, which makes the path to the NHL roster a little crowded.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
Once dry, the beer glass can be placed upside down in a cupboard, so as not to get more dust in it while being stored.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 25 June 2025
The Dursleys grudgingly take Harry in after his parents’ death, forcing him to live in a cupboard under the stairs and essentially treating him like a servant rather than their nephew.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 9 June 2025
The Canadiens’ cupboards are overflowing with promising young defensemen, which makes the path to the NHL roster a little crowded.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cupboard
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Founded by celebrated Charlottesville caterer Sandy Motley, this market hosts a rotating collection of grab-and-go meals, elevated pantry staples, and locally made food gifts.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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As is vet care, and the amount of dog food Hansford has to buy to keep pantries stocked.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
The Courier-Journal,
10 July 2025
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This simple, smart storage cabinet has four drawers and one cabinet to house your skincare, makeup, towels, hair tools, and extra toilet paper.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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However, Bondi largely seemed to close the door on future revelations at a July 8 cabinet meeting following the memo's release.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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Before long, what was once a closet quickly became a space for the dogs to relax and be safe.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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Combine them well, and white jeans can become the most versatile piece in your closet throughout the year.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
13 July 2025
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Two games later, Higashioka was packing up his locker and heading into free agency on the steam of a career-high 17 homers.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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The most traumatic episode happened when a bully named Matt stabbed him in the neck in a hallway outside his locker between classes, opening a small cut where Griffin's neck met his shoulder.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Cupboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cupboard. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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