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as in pantries
a built-in space for storage behind a door the colonial dining room features a double-door corner cupboard for the family's finest china
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as in cabinets
a storage case typically having doors and shelves dishes go in the cupboard next to the sink
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Recent Examples of cupboards The home had several storage cupboards with bifold doors that would have been impractical to remove. —
Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2026 Makes sure all food on counters or in cupboards is stored in airtight food storage containers. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 Your sign’s characteristic inventiveness thrives here, so you might be inspired to start DIY projects or rearrange your cupboards. —Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026 From clean cupboards that keep your cooking on track to clutter-free closets that make getting dressed a breeze, having less stuff makes the everyday easier, and who wouldn't want that? —Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026 Even in the coldest days of winter, local families had the ingredients in their cupboards. —Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026 The Leafs’ priority at the trade deadline must be restocking their barren cupboards with high draft picks and intriguing prospects. —Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026 The 137 spacious lake-view rooms feature marble-inlay cupboards and intricate woodwork. —Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026 Open cupboards and vanities to warm pipes. —Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2026 Makes sure all food on counters or in cupboards is stored in airtight food storage containers. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 Your sign’s characteristic inventiveness thrives here, so you might be inspired to start DIY projects or rearrange your cupboards. —Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026 From clean cupboards that keep your cooking on track to clutter-free closets that make getting dressed a breeze, having less stuff makes the everyday easier, and who wouldn't want that? —Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026 Even in the coldest days of winter, local families had the ingredients in their cupboards. —Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026 The Leafs’ priority at the trade deadline must be restocking their barren cupboards with high draft picks and intriguing prospects. —Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026 The 137 spacious lake-view rooms feature marble-inlay cupboards and intricate woodwork. —Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026 Open cupboards and vanities to warm pipes. —Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
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By the 17th and 18th centuries, jam became a staple in European pantries, later making its way over to American tables.— Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
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The nonprofit also organizes pop-up pantries, helps senior centers and supports homeless shelters.— Mike Spatocco, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
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Lula and Sánchez, along with ministers from their cabinets, are meeting at a former royal palace in Barcelona on Friday when they are expected to sign agreements regarding their economies, technology and social policies.— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
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Workbenches, tool cabinets, and shelving units collect motor oil residue, sawdust, and dirt.— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
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Here, French doors access a private balcony with views of the western hills while inside there are dressing areas for him and her with custom built-ins, individual closets, and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower, a lovely soaking tub, separate water closet space, and double sinks.— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
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The bedrooms all come with walk-in closets and private bathrooms.— Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
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Store food, toiletries, and scented items inside bear-resistant food canisters or bear lockers.— Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
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On Wednesday, Blue Jackets players cleaned out their lockers, had exit meetings and met with the media.— Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Cupboards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/cupboards. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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